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imagining

[ɪˈmadʒɪnɪŋ]

imagining Definition

  • 1forming a mental image or concept of something that is not present or has not occurred
  • 2believing or assuming something to be true

Using imagining: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "imagining" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She was imagining what it would be like to live in a big city.

  • Example

    I can't imagine why he would do such a thing.

  • Example

    He kept imagining worst-case scenarios.

imagining Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for imagining

Phrases with imagining

  • used to introduce a statement that is surprising or hard to believe

    Example

    Imagine that! He actually won the lottery.

  • can you imagine?

    used to emphasize how surprising or unlikely something is

    Example

    Can you imagine? They've been married for 50 years.

  • to picture oneself doing something in one's mind

    Example

    I can't imagine myself ever skydiving.

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Summary: imagining in Brief

The verb 'imagining' [ɪˈmadʒɪnɪŋ] refers to forming a mental image or concept of something that is not present or has not occurred. It can also mean believing or assuming something to be true. Examples include 'She was imagining what it would be like to live in a big city,' and 'I can't imagine why he would do such a thing.' Phrases like 'imagine that' and 'can you imagine?' are used to express surprise or emphasize unlikelihood.

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