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is sickening

  • present progressive
    of sicken (3rd person singular).
    sicken
    verb (used with or without object)
    to make or become sick.

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"Minnesota has had it. This is sickening," he said on X.

From Barron's ● Jan. 24, 2026

The zip lining is sickening because you can hear the people screaming.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 25, 2024

But as they learn more about PFAS, a growing number are convinced their personal protective equipment or PPE is sickening them.

From Washington Times ● Sep. 14, 2023

“This student’s behavior is sickening, especially after the recent tragedy in Uvalde, Texas,” the sheriff said.

From Seattle Times ● May 30, 2022

Oh, it is sickening; reminds me of lying in childbed.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline