do
verb (used with object)
to perform (an act, duty, role, etc.).
am doing
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present progressiveof do (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“What I am doing now is preparing the ground de facto for this event,” he said in July.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
“I know why I am doing this,” Penelope says.
From Salon ● Jun. 30, 2026
This is the dream job, and I want to make sure that I am doing everything I can to do that in the best way that I can, every day.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026
"I love my wife and my children, and I am doing everything I can to regain their trust and earn their forgiveness."
From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026
She tries to peek at what I am doing, but I cup my hand over the acorn.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
