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is combating

  • present progressive of combat (3rd person singular).

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Figma is combating AI concerns by partnering with Anthropic, OpenAI, and Alphabet to integrate AI into its design software.

From Barron's Feb. 18, 2026

Mr. Wilson said that the key digital challenge for both presidential campaigns this year is combating “voter apathy and making sure that their supporters turn out.”

From New York Times Mar. 26, 2024

He said Somalia is facing humanitarian difficulties at the same time that it is combating a serious terrorism threat.

From Seattle Times Apr. 11, 2023

California is combating climate change and air pollution by cutting back on emissions from motor vehicles.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2022

True, Mr. Galsworthy always seems to be looking backward; he never forgets the ancient tradition that he is combating.

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