Special issue: the elements of theorizing.

This article explores the concept of theorizing in sociology, shifting the focus from theory as a noun to theorizing as a verb. The authors analyze the practices of theorizing and identify common elements across different theoretical approaches. They emphasize that these practices are independent of specific theories and traditions, and understanding them can help uncover the implicit rules and restrictions of theorizing. The article also discusses various perspectives on theorizing, including the choice of media, use of figures, and collaborative nature of theorizing in a group. The authors raise questions about the combination and temporal relationships of these elements in theorizing. [Extracted from the article]