age
noun
the length of time during which a being or thing has existed; length of life or existence to the time spoken of or referred to.
is aging
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present progressiveof age (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Scientists are increasingly using aging clocks to estimate whether a person is aging biologically faster or slower than their chronological age.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 24, 2026
Europe is particularly vulnerable to extreme heat, given that its housing stock is built to retain warmth, it has dense cities, and its population is aging rapidly, according to German insurer Allianz.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 17, 2026
Croatia has reached the semifinals of the last two tournaments, but its golden generation is aging.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
“This is the most expensive disease in a population that is aging — and rates of dementia rise with age.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 24, 2026
"This is aging me terribly," Philippa declared, throwing herself back into her seat.
From The Zeppelin's Passenger by E. Phillips (Edward Phillips) Oppenheim
