bet
verb (used with object)
to wager with (something or someone).
has been betting
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present perfect progressiveof bet (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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Kim said he has been betting on sports-related wagers, as well as those related to the economy and politics, on Kalshi.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
Wall Street has been betting on further declines.
From Barron's ● Jun. 25, 2026
Mr. Richards, a 40-year-old statistician at Red Carpet Rosters, a fantasy league site for film awards, has been betting on the Oscars since 2016.
From New York Times ● Mar. 9, 2024
Mr. Christie has been betting since he jumped into the race that a strong showing in New Hampshire could act as a springboard to the Republican nomination.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 25, 2023
Whereupon Taffy, who has been betting on Cyril, and Chesney, who has been laying on Lilian, are naturally, though secretly indignant.
From Airy Fairy Lilian by Margaret Wolfe Hamilton (AKA Duchess)
