layer
noun
a thickness of some material laid on or spread over a surface.
is layering
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present progressiveof layer (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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“The most important thing, to me, is layering different materials and textures.”
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 30, 2023
One of the best ways to build flavor is layering, or using one ingredient in two ways or at different stages of cooking.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 1, 2023
Another Anne Burrell lasagna tip I've always sworn by is layering each layer of noodles in a different direction to help further stabilize the lasagna itself.
From Salon ● Dec. 11, 2022
"This is layering on top of all of that," he said.
From Reuters ● Apr. 28, 2022
“The overall theme is layering things on top of each other so you’re not putting all your eggs in one basket,” Chin-Hong says.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 25, 2022
