mass
noun
a body of coherent matter, usually of indefinite shape and often of considerable size.
is massing
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present progressiveof mass (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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U.S. intelligence, relying in part on satellite imagery, has found that Russia is massing forces around Ukraine in support of a potential multi-front incursion.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 29, 2022
Chinese internet photos posted online this week revealed that the People’s Liberation Army is massing missile forces in preparation for the upcoming Oct.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 14, 2019
Something is massing in the air, like thunder.
From The New Yorker ● Jul. 26, 2019
Napoleon is massing an army at Boulogne, ready to invade England.
From BBC ● Nov. 21, 2014
"The Kingslayer is massing a host at easterly Rock," Ser Rodrik Cassel answered from the room behindher.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
