chair
noun
a seat, especially for one person, usually having four legs for support and a rest for the back and often having rests for the arms.
chairing
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present participleof chair.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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McCourt, a professor of maternal and child health at City St George's at the University of London, is chairing the review.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Fox’s own Washington bureau chief, Bryan Boughton, who happened to be chairing the pool this week, sent the note announcing the shutdown.
From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026
Besides chairing the Senate’s Energy, Utilities and Communications Committee, Allen also is running in November’s election to be the state’s next insurance commissioner.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 12, 2026
Later this week, Kevin Warsh will be chairing his first Federal Reserve meeting, where the central bank is widely expected to keep interest rates on hold.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
“Sorry, Flora. You know I’m chairing the principals’ conference this year, and it’s just details, details, details.”
From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman
