rile
verb (used with object)
to irritate or vex.
riling
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present participleof rile.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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And Mainers have spoken about his talent for riling up a crowd with an uncommon magnetism.
From Slate ● Jul. 8, 2026
Miracle flights are also riling flight crews, who often have to work late because of the delays–and aren’t paid overtime.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 18, 2025
After riling up one side of the arena, Rodrigo attempts to run to the other side of the stage — but instead drops straight down through the stage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 15, 2024
Hogan is a professional wrestler, an expert at riling up crowds over nonsense.
From Salon ● Aug. 21, 2024
Perhaps she’d also realized that there was fun to be had in riling him, too.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
