had been hosting
- past perfect progressive of host.
Example Sentences
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Until that point, Infantino’s most public role in soccer had been hosting tournament draws for UEFA, the governing body of European soccer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Local media reported the crash happened outside the Melbourne Showgrounds, which had been hosting the two-day Supanova Comic Con & Gaming event.
From BBC ● Apr. 18, 2026
Shapiro had been hosting the show for nearly a decade.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2025
Mr. Jennings, who began solo hosting duties Monday, had been hosting the show with actress Mayim Bialik.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 12, 2023
The woman had been hosting her in-laws, Gail and Don Patterson, both aged 70.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 8, 2023
