This is the 15007th most frequent German word.
schwitzenden
"Schwitzenden" means "sweating" in English.
The word 'schwitzenden' acts as a present participle adjective describing the participants who are sweating as they engage in the marathon.
Die schwitzenden Teilnehmer des Marathons hatten eine wohlverdiente Pause.
The sweaty participants of the marathon had a well-deserved break.
Here, 'schwitzenden' is used as a present participle adjective to describe 'Händen' (hands) producing sweat, indicating a physical condition.
Schwitzenden Händen können ein Zeichen von Nervosität sein.
Sweaty hands can be a sign of nervousness.
In this sentence, 'schwitzenden' describes 'Sportler' (athletes), indicating they are sweating due to the physical exertion from training.