- present participle of signify.
signifying
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“We expect investors to reengage with the story on results signifying an opportunity to own a category-leading asset with more manageable expectations,” Kelly wrote.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
A combination of letters signifying a person or brand feels Old World rather than the shiny new feeling that defines our casual, everyday West Coast lifestyle.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
For most of my adult life, I have felt like that kind of “within” talk is fortune-cookie horoscope speak, signifying nothing.
From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026
The Michelin Guide recommends restaurants and hotels worldwide, with its iconic star rating signifying exceptional food quality.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
He did not respond but with a nod, signifying no steady purpose nor comprehension.
From "The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves" by M.T. Anderson
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