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colliding

Colliding (verb) means present participle of collide: crashing forcefully into something while moving. Example: “Two cars ended up colliding at the intersection after the light malfunctioned.”

verb
1
Present participle of collide: crashing forcefully into something while moving.
"Two cars ended up colliding at the intersection after the light malfunctioned."
"Particles colliding at near light speed release enormous amounts of energy."
2
Figuratively, clashing or being in conflict, as with ideas, schedules, or interests.
"Her ambitions kept colliding with her father's expectations for the family business."

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In plain EnglishCrashing into something, or being in conflict.

Common pairings
colliding with two forces colliding

Word forms

collidings plural

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What does “colliding” mean?

The word “colliding” means present participle of collide: crashing forcefully into something while moving. In plain terms, crashing into something, or being in conflict.

How do you use “colliding” in a sentence?

Here is “colliding” used in a sentence: “Two cars ended up colliding at the intersection after the light malfunctioned.”

What part of speech is “colliding”?

“Colliding” is a verb.

How many meanings does “colliding” have?

“Colliding” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: present participle of collide: crashing forcefully into something while moving.

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