pour
verb (used with object)
to send (a liquid, fluid, or anything in loose particles) flowing or falling, as from one container to another, or into, over, or on something.
is pouring
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present progressiveof pour (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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At the same time, their cash is pouring into data centers, chips and the rest of the physical machinery behind AI.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
The EU wants to ramp up its capacity and is pouring billions into so-called AI gigafactories made up of advanced AI processors and energy-efficient data centres for companies and research labs.
From Barron's ● Oct. 14, 2026
On top of that, the council is pouring tens of millions into trying to make the city centre a destination again.
From BBC ● Sep. 27, 2026
The U.S. says oil is pouring through Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 27, 2026
The sun is pouring through the windows, and as I bounce on her bed to annoy her, dust rises and sparkles in the sunrays.
From "Ask the Passengers" by A.S. King
