capsize
verb (used with or without object)
to turn bottom up; overturn: With a strong kick he capsized the stool.
capsizing
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present participleof capsize.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Most of these events are likely glacial earthquakes due to capsizing icebergs.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 30, 2026
"Based on the statements of the crew ... there was no alarm or public address that took place during the emergency prior to the sinking and capsizing of the ship," he said.
From Barron's ● Feb. 11, 2026
Before the U.S. military strikes, he said, his main concerns were capsizing, drowning and arrest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 28, 2025
"Unpredictable weather is leading to more boats capsizing, especially small fishing vessels that are going further out and are not built for such long, rough trips," he told the BBC.
From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2025
Merrily up the river and down they go, without a thought to capsizing.
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
