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noun

Definition of publishingnext
as in publication

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verb

present participle of publish
1
as in printing
to produce and release for distribution in printed form our local animal shelter publishes a newsletter

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2
as in announcing
to make known openly or publicly will publish the exam scores as soon as they are available

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Recent Examples of publishing
Noun
Despite this publishing boom from the 1860s to the 1920s, however, most people in South Asia, Southeast Asia and the Middle East still had little direct knowledge of Japan. — Mimi Hanaoka, The Conversation, 11 Aug. 2026 This is supportive for planning a trip, starting a course, publishing, teaching, or letting a different viewpoint refresh your thinking. — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026
Verb
The sheriff's office has identified the teen, though ABC News is not publishing his name because he has not been charged as an adult. — Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 After publishing a final version of the rules, there will be a 30-to-60-day period before the rules go into effect. — Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for publishing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for publishing
  1. publication
  2. printing
  3. announcing
  4. production
  5. issuing
  6. posting
  7. manufacture
  8. declaring
Noun
  • In 2004, Norris took a job as an editorial manager of publications at the Joint Commission in Oakbrook Terrace.
    — Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
  • After the study’s publication, Wakefield went on to recommend splitting the vaccines into single shots.
    — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of publication
Verb
  • Companies began printing cotton bags with small patterns, such as flowers and geometric designs, and ladies used them to make aprons, dresses, and—of course—quilts.
    — Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2026
  • When polling places started reporting shortages, the JCEB started printing additional ballots, Zorich said.
    — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of printing
Verb
  • The announcement of Laforteza’s temporary hiatus comes in the wake of member Manon Bannerman announcing her own temporary hiatus in February.
    — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The committee was formed in response to the YMCA of Greater Charlotte announcing a plan to sell the site to Moments of Hope Church, led by Pastor David Chadwick.
    — Chase Jordan August 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of announcing
Noun
  • But that’s not the reality for many content creators, who are working on media production, audience retention strategies, brand partnerships and business relationships associated with their online presence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • O'Neal said the production's overall look comes from collaboration among the lighting, costume, sound and projection designers, along with the rest of the creative team.
    — Dillon Thomas, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of production
Verb
  • Wide swaths of California will face searing temperatures over the weekend, with forecasters issuing a heat advisory for non-coastal areas and warning about the risk of adverse fire weather.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Lai was also seen donning a flak jacket, listening to briefings and issuing instructions during the drill.
    — Brad Lendon, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of issuing
Verb
  • In July 2026, deputies arrested her for a similar spree at a Camarillo shopping center, but she was released after posting bond.
    — Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Beasley, who has been a full-time content creator for three years after more than a decade posting online, works with small businesses to help optimize their social media presence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of posting
Noun
  • This segment reports on the manufacture, sourcing, and distribution of Cardinal Health brand medical, surgical, and laboratory products.
    — Zev Fima, CNBC, 11 Aug. 2026
  • But scrutiny is not a licence to distort facts, amplify unsubstantiated allegations or manufacture distractions designed to undermine progress.
    — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of manufacture
Verb
  • The City of Malibu is declaring a local emergency to quickly remove homeless encampments as hazardous fire conditions set in.
    — Julie Sharp, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026
  • However, the decree declaring the partial mobilization that Putin signed in September 2022 is open-ended, allowing authorities to resume it if needed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of declaring

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“Publishing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/publishing. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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