Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Was it not toward this day his yearnings had pointed, and about which his hopes had been clustering from year to year, ever since he had been old enough to know what yearning was?

From Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern — Volume 5 by Mabie, Hamilton Wright

Men and women who a moment before had been clustering and whispering agitatedly together were now hurrying past, each apparently intent on reaching their own cabins in the quickest time possible.

From Blue Aloes Stories of South Africa by Stockley, Cynthia

A group parted that had been clustering round a farther door, and Ashe perceived Cliffe, leaning against the doorway with his arms crossed.

From The Marriage of William Ashe by Ward, Humphry, Mrs.