- present participle of harass.
harassing
Example Sentences
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In the early evening, protesters trickle in, shouting slogans and harassing drivers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Joint Chiefs Chair General Dan Caine called the strikes “more low harassing fire right now” while Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that Iran hasn’t violated the cease-fire deal.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
However, last year, a Sound Cymru survey of 500 men in Wales showed 30% of respondents considered catcalling, the act of making a threatening or harassing remark at a person publicly, not to be harmful.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Shortly after those allegations surfaced, a TV host in Georgia also reportedly accused the singer of harassing her that same year at an industry party.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026
Even through the smudged window, I could see the look of pure revulsion Regan had on her face as I followed her down the hall, harassing her for all I was worth.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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