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entering
  • present participle of enter.

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Entering Game 3, Towns has outplayed and mind-melted San Antonio’s starry giant, Victor Wembanyama, attacking the basket without fear of the Luxor Obelisk looming in the paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Entering the water, or even going close to the edge, puts your life at serious risk.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Entering Friday’s Game 5, the Spurs are one win away from an irresistible showdown with defending champ Oklahoma City.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Entering Monday, Intel stock had risen 11 of the past 12 sessions dating back to March 31.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

Entering, Woody had passed through an immaculate rock garden, its sand white and freshly raked.

From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston