A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
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In warmer weather, you can rent kayaks, wave runners and paddleboards or take a seasonal cruise aboard the Lake Lawn Queen; winter brings cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, ice fishing and sledding.
From Salon ● Sep. 8, 2026
“Exquisite and tranquil lands perfect for hiking, horseback riding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and more,” the listing said.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 24, 2026
Today, they live near a nature reserve, where lately they have been snowshoeing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
Two men were caught in the avalanche while snowshoeing on Wednesday, trapping one beneath the snow while the other escaped unharmed and was able to raise the alarm from a nearby mountain refuge.
From Barron's ● Jan. 1, 2026
He looked like he was ready to go snowshoeing, and I have to admit I wished I had more layers on too.
From "Winger" by Andrew Smith
