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  • present participle of soar.
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soaring

American  
[sawr-ing, sohr-] / ˈsɔr ɪŋ, ˈsoʊr- /

noun

  1. the sport of flying a sailplane.


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Etymology

Origin of soaring

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

Example Sentences

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Just one day before they were set to travel to Dallas, StubHub abruptly notified Montalvo that the seller could not deliver the tickets, refusing to provide comparable replacements due to soaring prices.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

The soaring power needs of big customers, primarily AI data centers, are introducing new reliability risks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026

Inside, the open floor plan includes a cozy living area with a chic fireplace and soaring ceilings.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 2, 2026

On June 9, eight Alpha jets of the Patrouille de France filled the skies above Manhattan with the colors of the French tricolor -- soaring above the iconic statue.

From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026

I’d known as soon as I punched off the vault that I was soaring too far out and wasn’t going to stick the landing.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles

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