bask
verb (used without object)
to lie in or be exposed to a pleasant warmth.
are basking
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present progressiveof bask.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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President Biden and his aides are basking in what is arguably the best run of economic data to date in his presidency.
From New York Times ● Aug. 1, 2023
While England are basking in the joy of unfamiliar territory, there is no precedent for how this Australia side will react.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2023
The star-studded Super Bowl champion Rams are basking in their Hollywood image.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 26, 2022
For now, the winners at nationals are basking in the glow of that achievement rather than considering their chances under the scorching spotlight of an Olympic Games.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 8, 2018
The swimmers have finished their races and are basking in the sun.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
