picketing

verb

present participle of picket
as in preserving

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Recent Examples of picketing Day 8 of picketing More than 100 NYSNA nurses were back out in the brutal cold to picket for an eighth day since the strike started last week. — Christina Fan, CBS News, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picketing
  1. preserving
  2. fighting
  3. buffering
  4. opposing
  5. conserving
  6. contending
  7. resisting
  8. warring
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  • As the brand evolved, this team transitioned into a dedicated bag restoration and maintenance atelier, preserving the longevity of each piece and keeping the warmth of handmade memory alive through patient care.
    — Footwear News, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Here’s how some places around the country are changing, and how one state is succeeding in preserving its native wildlife.
    — Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of preserving
Verb
  • Yemeni government forces – backed by Saudi airstrikes and a blockade of Houthi areas – started fighting the Houthis more than a decade ago.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 4 Oct. 2026
  • The Tigray Peace Force is fighting alongside federal troops against the TPLF.
    — Rodney Muhumuza, Los Angeles Times, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of fighting
Verb
  • Remittances, for example, played a major role in buffering poor countries from the dire economic consequences of the COVID pandemic.
    — Eghosa E. Osaghae, Foreign Affairs, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Strength training provides executives with greater physical margin, buffering against the wear and tear of high-level leadership.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of buffering
Verb
  • Part of me wonders if quarterback Tyler Shough struggles to figure out opposing defenses and then finally breaks through.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Both sides presented gambling experts at trial who touted opposing theories.
    — Kit Chellel, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of opposing
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  • The Biden administration’s designation of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary in 2024 represents virtually all of California’s progress conserving coastal waters since the state began tracking.
    — Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
  • This line is increasing sustainable sourcing, minimizing landfill waste, and conserving fresh water, among many initiatives.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of conserving
Verb
  • The win brings Houston to 1-1 in conference play and keeps their hopes of contending in the Big 12 alive.
    — Matt Reigle OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
  • Cruise is absolutely not at the top of the pack, as other stars who have yet to win an Oscar for their acting, like John Malkovich, Matt Damon, and Ryan Gosling, are in contending films that have broader appeal.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of contending
Verb
  • The two suspects were arrested on suspicion of robbery, conspiracy and resisting arrest.
    — Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Establishing repeatable procedures helps create consistency, discipline and stronger long-term outcomes, while resisting the impulse to rush decisions gives you time to pay attention to the fundamentals rather than chase shortcuts.
    — Carey Bringle, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of resisting
Verb
  • Congress is moving to put more pressure on Sudan’s warring factions, as the three-year war perpetuates one of the globe’s worst humanitarian crises.
    — Adrian Elimian, semafor.com, 12 June 2026
Definition of warring

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“Picketing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/picketing. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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