narrow
adjective
of little breadth or width; not broad or wide; not as wide as usual or expected.
narrowing
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present participleof narrow.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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His government also faces charges of narrowing the space for dissent.
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
Blanche had previously said the fund would not proceed, but Cornyn and Tillis demanded a formal written commitment preventing its revival and language narrowing the tax protections.
From Barron's ● Aug. 3, 2026
Chicago, under its “complete streets” design program, has been reworking the Archer Avenue area since last year, narrowing the main lane to calm traffic and adding consistent left-turn lanes, pedestrian islands and improved crosswalks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
When asked if signs of fatigue might include lengthening collection times after sales are booked, or narrowing gross margins, Nelson said those were good examples.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 27, 2026
June tapped her chin, her eyes narrowing in mischief.
From "Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World" by Ashley Herring Blake
