- present participle of gray.
graying
Example Sentences
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The federal government reported America’s total fertility rate dropped to 1.57, sparking alarm about a graying, shrinking population.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026
Behind him, a mature Joshua tree was dying, its graying limbs drooping sadly.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Kansas City Federal Reserve President Jeff Schmid has found a silver lining in America’s graying demographics: All of those extra visits to the doctor are good for the economy.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
Nelson, who said he takes a ribbing from his young teammates for his graying hair, has a rich family history when it comes to Olympic hockey.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 12, 2026
“Night and day, my girls,” Mom mutters, running a finger through graying hair.
From "Red Queen" by Victoria Aveyard
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