combat
verb (used with object)
to fight or contend against; oppose vigorously.
combatting
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present participleof combat.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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Like rivals, it’s also combatting a ferociously competitive Chinese market.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 5, 2026
He said he would encourage the US to help South Africa with resources on combatting crime, including by providing equipment to speed up reaction times.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
But if America wants secure aluminum supply chains, combatting unfair trade is necessary but not sufficient.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
Automatic license plate readers like Flock cameras were by far the top choice for combatting catalytic converter theft, beating out overtime for investigators and additional training.
From Salon ● Sep. 6, 2026
She claimed to be an expert in combatting cold weather and in avoiding head colds.
From "Cheaper by the Dozen" by Frank B. Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey
