brewing

American  

[broo-ing] / ˈbru ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of a person who brews.

2. the process of being brewed.

3. the occupation or business of producing beer, ale, etc.

4. a quantity or batch brewed in a single process or at one time.

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brewing British  

/ ˈbruːɪŋ /

noun

1. a quantity of a beverage brewed at one time

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Etymology

Origin of brewing

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; brew, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

That sparked broader fears over potential trouble brewing in the portfolios of other private-debt funds and BDCs — and concerns that firms may tighten restrictions on individual investors who want to get out of them.

From MarketWatch

On TikTok, the "Becoming Chinese" trend has seen overseas users brewing herbal infusions, drinking hot water or practising traditional physical exercises, garnering hundreds of thousands of likes.

From Barron's

“Come on,” Danny said, the familiar sensation of disappointment brewing in his heart.

From Literature

And I said, “Okay,” because I knew when something was brewing and it was best to stay pretty still.

From Literature

Troubling signs are already emerging that a U.S. currency or bond market crisis might be brewing.

From Barron's

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