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arching

American  
[ahr-ching] / ˈɑr tʃɪŋ /

noun

  1. arched arched work or formation.


Other Word Forms

  • unarching adjective

Etymology

Origin of arching

First recorded in 1670–80; arch 1 + -ing 1

Example Sentences

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A map of the routes with arrows arching across the country gave the operation its arachnid moniker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 10, 2025

Early risers on California’s Central Coast and parts south may be treated to a brilliant streak of light arching across the sky Thursday morning, followed by a sonic boom.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2024

Rainmaker Hall is the central meeting space, created inside an old hangar that was once a sweatshop with high, arching beams.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2023

Strong high pressure is arching north into the Pacific Northwest, keeping Western Washington dry and stable on Friday.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 20, 2023

This time he pulled his arm way back and sent it arching high into the air.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney