- present participle of mean.
meaning
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But skaters and officials from Russia and Belarus may compete only as neutral athletes, meaning without their national symbols of flag and anthem.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026
This could be enough for an overall majority, meaning the party could form its first state-level government.
From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026
Many were also “short-dated,” meaning that if there hadn’t been a big price drop within the coming days, the contracts would have expired worthless.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 30, 2026
Out of its peer group, D-Wave was by far the biggest gainer last year, meaning the stock has limited room to run.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
“Thank you for your hard work,” Penelope said, meaning it.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
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