harness
noun
the combination of straps, bands, and other parts forming the working gear of a draft animal.
harnessing
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present participleof harness.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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"A lot do go off to bigger cities like London or Manchester but I think it's just a matter of harnessing their talents and having opportunities to platform them."
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
"In Whitstable, we're harnessing both AI and nature-based solutions, and we're investing £90m in improvements to Swalecliffe Wastewater Treatment Works. Together, these measures will dramatically reduce storm overflows in the area."
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
But since Aug. 9, when they began harnessing the power of Ryonex, every single one of their meme carousels has racked up tens of thousands of likes.
From Slate ● Aug. 28, 2026
The first step toward harnessing the potential of AI is to recognize how much more material is out there.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
This book guides professionals to work through music, harnessing the processes that underlie music learning, and outlining developmentally appropriate methods to understand the role of music in children’s lives through play, games, creativity, and movement.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
