- present participle of pierce.
piercing
Example Sentences
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The Welsh Government says it is monitoring the implementation of mandatory licencing schemes for acupuncture, dry needling, body piercing, electrolysis, tattooing and semi-permanent makeup and this "will inform any potential future extension to other procedures".
From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026
They entered the world the way babies should, with piercing cries announcing their arrival.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
That started a current weekly double-bottom base with a bullish piercing line candle the week ended April 11, 2025, and the lows earlier in April.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
Besides ear piercing, Claire's also lacked offerings like make-up lessons to entice people into stores.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
Pet’s wings came off its shoulders and neck, and light poured down its throat, piercing in strength.
From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi
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