precipitate
verb (used with object)
to hasten the occurrence of; bring about prematurely, hastily, or suddenly.
is precipitating
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present progressiveof precipitate (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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In this week’s letter we’re going to explore some of the ramifications of the currency war that Japan is precipitating.
From Forbes ● Nov. 25, 2014
"But I don't think there is some kind of spiritual renewal or movement that is precipitating these kinds of movies."
From The Guardian ● Aug. 24, 2012
