implicate
verb (used with object)
to show to be also involved, usually in an incriminating manner.
implicating
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present participleof implicate.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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Walters’ supporters further argue that Oxford’s statements implicating Walters—as well as Travis’ testimony against him—were tainted, the result of the men being coerced by police and angling for lighter sentences.
From Slate ● Sep. 17, 2026
Whether that’s a criminal act may be difficult to prove in court, but why would the justice want to risk implicating himself in the future?
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
Sanft said there was no evidence implicating Davis in Shakur's murder other than his own statements.
From Barron's ● Aug. 31, 2026
When we later confronted Mr Ahmed in person he denied any involvement, but we have found significant evidence implicating him.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2025
After implicating Joe, McCants was sentenced as an adult to four-and-one-half years and served just six months.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
