sanctify
verb (used with object)
to make holy; set apart as sacred; consecrate.
sanctifying
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present participleof sanctify.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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As I take steps in teaching, sanctifying and leading, I hope to listen more than I speak and to learn from the people entrusted to my care.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 26, 2026
Given that prescriptive outlook, the NASA-commissioned Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Independent Study is raising a “we’re from the government, and we’re here to help” flag while sanctifying a scientific look at aerial weirdness.
From Scientific American ● Jun. 9, 2023
One prayer was read in memory of the “Kedoshim of Pittsburgh, murdered al kiddush Hashem” — holy martyrs, killed while sanctifying God’s name.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 22, 2023
“Anne’s final gift to us was dying in the state of sanctifying grace. We know we will one day be reunited with her in God’s kingdom.”
From Washington Times ● Oct. 31, 2022
“They poop moonbeams, dimes and quarters, and sanctifying grace.”
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
