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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are infecting" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe an ongoing action where something is currently causing infection or spreading disease.
Example: "The bacteria are infecting the crops, leading to a significant loss in yield."
Alternatives: "are contaminating" or "are spreading".
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are infecting
verb
To bring into contact with a substance that causes illness (a pathogen).
synonyms
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We found that viruses genetically very similar to human MERS-CoV are infecting dromedaries beyond the Arabian Peninsula, where human MERS-CoV infections have not yet been detected.
Many believe that foreigners are infecting them.
"They're the ones who are infecting others.
Instead, they are in trouble and their woes are infecting the entire stock market.
There are environmental terrorists out there, but they are infecting these kids through the Internet.
Should I be concerned that my contact lenses are infecting my subconscious?
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Another 40m are infected.
Some are infected with AIDS.
How many people are infected?
"How many animals are infected?
Every day, 15,000 more people are infected.
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