Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
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Unlike most retailers, which add stores near customers, Goodwill is centering its real estate around its supply chain.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 24, 2025
A new teaching credential is centering social and emotional development and playful learning in transitional kindergarten as it prepares the next wave of teachers.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2024
So the city urban planning is centering around all industries, and that needs to be challenged, that needs to change.
From Salon ● May 3, 2024
Wright is centering the second line alongside reliable producers Jordan Eberle and Jaden Schwartz, has played at least 15 minutes in each of his games and is going out with the second power-play unit.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 9, 2024
“This is centering the chi,” Miss Lizzy say.
From "Girls Like Us" by Gail Giles
