climb
verb (used without object)
to go up or ascend, especially by using the hands and feet or feet only.
climbing
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present participleof climb.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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Official Russian government statistics show the price of gas is up 19% this year and recently resumed climbing after a dip in August.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
After climbing from the car, he sat down behind the barriers, his head bowed, shattered by his error.
From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026
After successfully climbing over some large rocks and a fence, Bellin made her way to the East Shore Bike Trail and walked barefoot and injured back to the beach.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
The UN may also turn to Nepal's porters, accustomed to carrying heavy loads through some of the world's toughest mountain terrain during trekking and climbing expeditions.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
After that, they said good morning to Penelope and clambered onto Simon as if he were a tree suitable for climbing.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
