has been chafing
- present perfect progressive of chafe (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Berlusconi, a three-time premier, has been chafing over the election victory by Meloni’s party.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 21, 2022
All along, Ike has been chafing under the conflicting and sometimes inept advice from his campaign managers.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Since May 1992, Yugoslavia has been chafing under economic sanctions imposed by the U.N.
From Time Magazine Archive
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Ever since, the A. F. of L. has been chafing at this automobile settlement.
From Time Magazine Archive
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But Lizzie has been chafing at the bit all day in the garage and I don't mind a ride.
From Wild Wings A Romance of Youth by Piper, Margaret Rebecca