champ
verb (used with object)
to bite upon or grind, especially impatiently.
has been champing
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present perfect progressiveof champ (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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The Brazilian has been champing at the bit for his opportunity.
From The Guardian ● May 15, 2017
The whole family has been champing at the bit for each of us to settle down with a man, any man.
From Slate ● Nov. 25, 2015
