chasten
verb (used with object)
to inflict suffering upon for purposes of moral improvement; chastise.
has been chastening
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present perfect progressiveof chasten (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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For many other Europeans, this experience has been chastening.
From The Guardian ● Dec. 15, 2010
