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  • present participle of tell.
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telling

[tel-ing] / ˈtɛl ɪŋ /


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Telling the truth about one’s life is a spiritual practice.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2026

"Telling my story in full for the first time feels surreal and, in some ways, a long time coming," Wright says.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Telling the dancers about Bodytraffic’s end was difficult and sad for Berkett, but she says she was met with gratitude and empathy for her desire to evolve.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Telling his own story decades later, Harry would recount how royal custom dictated he ask his grandmother for permission to marry Meghan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

Telling the truth about Cordelia is still unthinkable for me.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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