thank
verb (used with object)
to express gratitude, appreciation, or acknowledgment to.
thanking
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present participleof thank.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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"There's a lot of families here today that have been thanking me for achieving this memorial so I'm incredibly grateful."
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
For the last year, “Gracias Gustavo” garlands have adorned the city, thanking Dudamel for doing just that during his 17 seasons heading the L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 26, 2026
“Like, I’m not going to be thanking Capital One on my wedding day.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
We need to relax in the face of the market’s volatility — instead thanking the stock market for how well it has treated us.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 22, 2026
A couple rushed by him, thanking him for what he’d done, then bolted toward the ramp.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
