fathoming
- present participle of fathom.
Example Sentences
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I truly have a hard time fathoming that.
From Salon ● Oct. 16, 2022
They are like the proverbial worker who knows how to use a hammer and thus sees everything as a nail—not fathoming the existence of other tools.
From Scientific American ● Jun. 8, 2020
“I just have a hard time fathoming why a deputy sheriff, or any police officer, would engage in that kind of conduct,” said J.P.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 14, 2019
He was also being “completely honest,” baring a bewildered and troubled soul, not fathoming why he is so uninspired to play a sport he intends, or hopes, to continue on with.
From New York Times ● Jul. 4, 2017
To all appearance Richelieu cared but little about fathoming the business.
From La Sorcière: The Witch of the Middle Ages by Michelet, Jules
