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experiencing

v.
B1 Intermediate US //ɪkˈspɪɹiənsɪŋ// UK //ɛkspˈiəɹɪənsɪŋ// ex·pe·ri·enc·ing

v. feeling or going through something, like an emotion or a situation. You use this when something is happening to you right now or over a period of time.

v. undergoing or being affected by an event, emotion, or sensation. The present participle form of 'experience', often used to describe an ongoing state of perception or endurance.


SIMPLE

She is experiencing some pain in her back.

CONTEXTUAL

Many local businesses are currently experiencing financial difficulties due to the sudden rise in energy costs.

COMPLEX

The region is experiencing a period of unprecedented growth, though urban planners warn that the infrastructure may not be able to sustain such rapid expansion.

Synonyms
Usage

The verb is transitive and requires a direct object. As a stative-leaning verb, it is less common in the progressive 'ing' form unless describing a temporary or developing situation.

Pitfall

I am experiencing about a headacheI am experiencing a headacheExperience is a transitive verb and takes a direct object without a preposition.

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