treat
verb (used with object)
to act or behave toward (a person) in some specified way.
treating
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present participleof treat.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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Rather than treating the inductive effect as an influence that gradually travels along a chain of atoms, the team's interpretation confines it to the bond directly connected to the relevant atom in a neutral molecule.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 14, 2026
She advised a customer about treating a bug bite, helped a man wire money and cajoled a city worker about getting a sidewalk repair.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 13, 2026
The survey also helps management understand why people are violating the rules, which lets them address underlying problems instead of treating every violation as evidence that an employee is lazy or dishonest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
So I’m trying to balance several things: honoring my mother’s wishes, treating my brother fairly, protecting his children’s educational opportunities, and not creating an expectation that I will ultimately be responsible for supporting my brother.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
It was Mom, treating him like a kindergartener again.
From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
