- present participle of rescue.
rescuing
Example Sentences
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This time around, Enola’s impending wedding is interrupted when she learns Sherlock’s been kidnapped and needs rescuing.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
It will then vie to tow Swift into a stable orbit over the course of at least a month, rescuing it from destruction by moving it about 300 kilometers higher.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
But the limits of Hollywood’s imagination squeeze Supergirl to stop partying and start doing some regular old rescuing.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026
By rescuing a downed pilot in early April, the U.S. demonstrated it can operate in the area effectively.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
At least superheroes can go around rescuing people or cats or leaping over really tall buildings.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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