verb
wreaking
verb
1
Causing severe damage or trouble; the -ing form of "wreak".
"The flooding is wreaking havoc across the region."
How to Use Wreaking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe ongoing form of wreak — actively causing damage or chaos right now.
Common pairings
wreaking havoc
Word Forms
wreakings plural
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The flooding is _____ havoc across the region.