cause
noun
a person or thing that acts, happens, or exists in such a way that some specific thing happens as a result; the producer of an effect.
has been causing
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present perfect progressiveof cause (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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Persistent hot summer weather has been causing water levels to drop in rivers and lakes in several countries – leading to unexpected discoveries.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Private credit External link has been causing nothing but consternation.
From Barron's ● May 21, 2026
Harel is 6-4 and still growing, which has been causing the aches and pains.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2024
Long before this week’s deadline, airlines were already been complaining that a shortage of air traffic controllers has been causing flight delays and cancellations.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 27, 2023
I cannot help sending these few lines to say that Orkid Jim has been causing mischief here, and if he’s had anything to do with your going he’s a liar.
From Catharine Furze by Mark Rutherford
