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
In his closing argument, defense attorney Brian Steel painted Hester, Jones and Grant as unreliable “snitches, cooperators, rats” seeking to secure a lighter sentence by implicating Banks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 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
Though White had gathered circumstantial evidence implicating Hale in the murder of Roan, there were still huge holes in the case.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
