marshal
noun
a military officer of the highest rank, as in the French and some other armies.
marshalling
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present participleof marshal.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Major athletics events frequently operate at a loss when costs including security, marshalling, appearance fees and broadcast infrastructure are factored in, particularly if there is no sponsor.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
Dorgu man-marked Rico Lewis - nullifying his influence as he moved into central attacking positions - while Amad often dropped into the defensive line to form a back five, marshalling Jeremy Doku well.
From BBC ● Jan. 17, 2026
Accurate CFRs are critically important in an outbreak because marshalling a public health response depends on understanding the disease’s severity.
From Salon ● Jul. 23, 2024
Recognizing this link between widely consumed food and disease is essential in marshalling forces to change harmful outcomes.
From Salon ● Mar. 28, 2024
The practice of marshalling arms by quartering spread in England by reason of the example given by Eleanor, wife of Edward I., who displayed the castle of Castile quartered with the lion of Leon.
From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 3 "Helmont, Jean" to "Hernosand" by Various
