homing

verb

Definition of homingnext
present participle of home
as in roosting

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  1. securing
  2. sheltering
  3. bestowing
  4. boarding
Verb
  • Over the past two decades, IT leaders have focused on securing project approvals and assembling top talent to drive success.
    Barry Cousins, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This model also appeals to collectors who seek to own part of a brand’s heritage while securing access to limited releases that provide the potential for significant value increases over time.
    Anthony Zhang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of securing
Verb
  • Although much of Malibu was under evacuation orders, sheltering in place was the university’s primary plan during wildfires, developed in consultation with fire officials, said Michael Friel, a university spokesman.
    Corina Knoll, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • At the end of 2023, 117,000 additional dogs and cats were in the animal sheltering system compared to the same time the year before.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of sheltering
Verb
  • Apfel, known for her modernist-Rocco flair, is no doubt gazing down on author Ari Seth Cohen and his new book Advanced Pets, bestowing her approval.
    R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The act of bestowing someone with a name or appellation.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of bestowing
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  • In 1987, the Tribune reported the farm had appeared on a wish list of $100 million worth of land acquisitions drawn up by the Forest Preserve District, raising concerns by the Bolger family and equestrians who were boarding their horses on the property.
    Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Before boarding your next flight this holiday season, scoop up this plush two-in-one travel blanket and pillow.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of boarding
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homing (in on)

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