eclipse
eclipsing
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present participleof eclipse.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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The hack is believed to be the largest in history, eclipsing the record of a $1.5bn heist on the Bybit exchange in 2025.
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
Stripping out certain one-time items, the casual-dining operator logged adjusted earnings of $2.77 a share, eclipsing the mean analyst estimate of $2.45 a share.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026
While Joshua had an Olympic gold medal and a deeper amateur background, victory for Itauma would make comparisons unavoidable - eclipsing Joshua to become the fastest British heavyweight to win a world title.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
Charter’s acquisition of Cox, unveiled 15 months ago, will solidify Charter’s status as the nation’s largest cable company, eclipsing Philadelphia-based Comcast Corp., which serves San Francisco and other Northern California communities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Pet nodded at her and crouched against the wall next to the shower, its body aggressively eclipsing the rest of the bathroom.
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
