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executing

Pronunciation: [ɪɡˈzɛk.ju.tɪŋ]

Word

Learn how to use executing in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “action”

(verb) to carry out or perform a plan, task, or order. It means to do something that you were supposed to do, like following steps to finish a project.

Example

She is executing her plan to improve the school garden.

Example

He was not executing the instructions correctly, so the project didn't turn out as expected.

Example

Are you executing your tasks on time?

Context: “programming”

(verb) to run a computer program or script. It means to make the computer do the actions written in the code.

Example

The programmer is executing the script to test the new feature.

Example

The software failed to execute properly because of a bug.

Example

Is the computer executing the program without any errors?

Context: “law”

(verb) to carry out a legal order, especially related to punishment. It refers to making sure a decision or sentence is fulfilled.

Example

The court is executing the decision made last week.

Example

The law was not executed due to a lack of evidence.

Example

When will the court be executing the sentence?

How to pronounce executing

Pronunciation: [ɪɡˈzɛk.ju.tɪŋ]

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