punctuate
verb (used with object)
to mark or divide (something written) with punctuation marks in order to make the meaning clear.
punctuating
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present participleof punctuate.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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The funniest part of that conversation is when Sam labels Judith a WOACA, a Woman of a Certain Age, pronouncing it as if he were Fozzie Bear punctuating a joke in an old-timey stand-up set.
From Salon ● Jul. 26, 2026
Chances are you’ve seen Snoopy dressed as Doggy Pawsbourne on your Instagram or TikTok feed, complete with Ozzy’s signature round sunglasses, long hair and trench coat, punctuating the Prince of Barkness’ “Crazy Train” entrance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 13, 2026
It looks more like a college campus with the occasional patch of grass punctuating the cell blocks.
From BBC ● Nov. 25, 2025
The rookie Thiero also made his debut against the Bucks, scoring four points and punctuating his first NBA appearance with an emphatic two-handed dunk in the final minute.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 16, 2025
She shakes her head back and forth, punctuating every no.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
