thank
verb (used with object)
to express gratitude, appreciation, or acknowledgment to.
is thanking
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present progressiveof thank (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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"As a business, strikes do hurt, but we understand why they happen. We'd always prefer no disruption, yet our priority is thanking the people who still come to see us."
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2025
Aquarium of the Pacific is thanking Betty the sea otter for being a friend.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 15, 2022
It is easy to feel taken advantage of when the children don’t pitch in and no one is thanking you.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 6, 2022
“Whenever she makes speeches, she is thanking the central government or mentioning Xi,” Mr. Ho said, referring to Xi Jinping, China’s leader.
From New York Times ● Dec. 18, 2021
Five minutes later, I am ringing up a sale for four ties and the woman is thanking me for all my help.
From "The Misfits" by James Howe
