had been understudying
- past perfect progressive of understudy.
Example Sentences
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Forbach had been understudying before being promoted to Rapunzel’s Prince for the touring production.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 16, 2023
Dela Cruz had been understudying Aladdin on Broadway for five years when his agent mentioned an audition for the new “Blue’s Clues.”
From New York Times ● Nov. 6, 2019
