huddle
verb (used without object)
to gather or crowd together in a close mass.
huddling
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present participleof huddle.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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“It was more just really huddling up and saying, ‘Hey, how are you going to feel on Friday?
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 10, 2026
Over the past four years, residents have developed sheltering routines, which range from huddling in apartment corridors to rushing underground for greater safety.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
Teams from the two companies have been huddling for months to plan for the melding of the two operations as soon as Paramount receives all of its regulatory approvals.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2026
One suggestion has been to only allow club captains to go to the side of the pitch and prevent the squad huddling around coaches for tactical advice.
From BBC ● Jan. 10, 2026
Now the whole infield’s huddling on the mound, and then the outfield jogs in.
From "Adrift" by Paul Griffin
