fanning

Example Sentences

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“It hasn’t been crazy over there, but here is something else,” the 29-year-old said, fanning herself.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

"People who are donating money are causing the problem of animal cruelty here, because they keep on fuelling it, they are fanning the fire," says Kakooza.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Many began buying back shares to stem their losses, fanning a giant short squeeze.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

But the statement wasn’t accompanied by video or audio, fanning speculation about his condition.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

On hearing Grandpa say his name, Rowdy whined and his tail started fanning the air.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls