Synonyms

soaring

American

[sawr-ing, sohr-] / ˈsɔr ɪŋ, ˈsoʊr- /

noun

the sport of flying a sailplane.

Other Word Forms

unsoaring adjective

Etymology

Origin of soaring

First recorded in 1895–90; soar + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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But the war in Iran sent jet-fuel prices soaring, adding tens of millions of dollars a month in expenses and clouding Spirit’s future.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

Europe is facing a severe jet fuel shortage and soaring costs.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

His work in revitalising a club that hasn't experienced top-flight football in 25 years has sent his personal stock soaring.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

The partnership sent Hertz shares soaring 20.2% in recent midday trading, to put them on track for their biggest one-day gain since they shot up 36.2% on Nov. 4.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

I wipe tears from my face, but my heart is soaring.

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera

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