chair
noun
a seat, especially for one person, usually having four legs for support and a rest for the back and often having rests for the arms.
is chairing
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present progressiveof chair (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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A former judge who is chairing a £50m public inquiry into the death of a man in police custody will hear arguments on Thursday on whether he should step down or see the job through.
From BBC ● Jun. 12, 2025
United Arab Emirates deputy ambassador Mohamed Abushahab said it’s more important than ever to strengthen the Kimberley Process, which his country is chairing this year.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 3, 2024
“Nonfiction is still perceived to some extent as a man’s game,” said British historian Suzannah Lipscomb, who is chairing the judging panel for the inaugural edition of the U.K.-based prize.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 15, 2024
David Rudolph, a former state legislator who is chairing the consortium, said it’s hoped grants will begin to be awarded in December.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 19, 2023
Former judge Dame Anne Rafferty is chairing a panel conducting a review into the WRU's conduct which begun in February.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2023
