- present participle of host.
Example Sentences
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Hosting Tottenham head coach Roberto de Zerbi in Chelsea's directors' box on Monday, ostensibly to scout his future opponents, went down poorly with sections of the fanbase.
From BBC • May 6, 2026
Hosting the canoe slalom events near L.A. would have required an expensive temporary build.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Hosting a gathering for relatives can sometimes come with a barrage of questions and requests that can feel almost punitive.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 26, 2025
Hosting a show like the Oscars should be another win for YouTube.
From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025
Hosting a chat room this large wasn’t cheap, but Aech could afford it.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
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