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is snipping
  • present progressive of snip (3rd person singular).

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Whereas Pairwise is snipping out the gene sequences that produce an enzyme that interferes with flavor, Sound Agriculture is programming gene expression.

From Scientific American • May 10, 2023

Kamalam John's occupation is snipping away excess threads from hemmed garments, putting in drawstrings, and other piece work for the garment industry.

From Salon • Aug. 8, 2020