- present participle of avenge.
avenging
Example Sentences
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The same, by the way, was true of Nat Turner and John Brown—bloodthirsty monsters for some, avenging angels for others.
From Slate ● Dec. 18, 2024
Gary Klein’s pick: If the Rams’ offensive line was at full strength and the secondary not depleted, they would have a better chance of avenging last season’s playoff defeat.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2024
That put the spotlight on the Huskies, and they added to the program’s legacy with a dominant performance while avenging their only loss.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 2, 2024
Taylor moved up to light-welterweight after beating Serrano, suffering her first ever loss to Chantelle Cameron in May 2023 before avenging the defeat last November.
From BBC ● Apr. 16, 2024
This deplorable incident has made our section the target of unjustifiable criticism, thoughtless accusations, and avenging threats.
From "Mississippi Trial, 1955" by Chris Crowe
