1
: exposure to air or heat for drying or freshening
give the room an airing
2
: exposure to or exercise in the open air especially to promote health or fitness
3
: exposure to public view or notice
4
: a radio or television broadcast
Examples of airing in a Sentence
A full airing of the issue is scheduled.
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Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos’ sleep arrangements got a public airing on Live With Kelly and Mark in April 2026, when guest Emily Blunt got the couple talking about cooling body pillows, cold bedrooms and more.
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Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, May 3, 2026.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
Over 38 million viewers tuned in throughout the airing to follow the story of the Jackson family.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Following its live airing, The Devil Wears Prada 2 World Premiere Red Carpet will also be available to watch on-demand on Disney’s streaming service.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2026
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Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026
This is a listing for 'This Week' airing Sunday, May 3, 2026.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
Over 38 million viewers tuned in throughout the airing to follow the story of the Jackson family.
—Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Following its live airing, The Devil Wears Prada 2 World Premiere Red Carpet will also be available to watch on-demand on Disney’s streaming service.
—Erin Lassner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for airing
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“Airing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/airing. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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