chat
verb (used without object)
to converse in a familiar or informal manner.
has been chatting
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present perfect progressiveof chat (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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She speaks Spanish, and has been chatting with the Dominican rapper Tokischa about possibly working together.
From New York Times ● Jan. 20, 2023
Newcastle United v Watford: Eddie Howe has been chatting to the media ahead of his side’s massive ding-dong against Watford tomorrow and has been talking about Chris Wood, the latest recruit to the Newcastle ranks.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 14, 2022
According to the newspaper, Kessler has been chatting in real-time with numerous fans during the trial, posting photos of the witnesses and providing updates on the testimony.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2021
He told me that he has been chatting with this local yoga instructor on Bumble, and he was extremely enchanted by her.
From Slate ● Apr. 23, 2019
I'm sure you fellows obey orders on parade none the less promptly and readily because the colonel has been chatting with you in the mess-room half an hour before.
From Jack Archer by G. A. (George Alfred) Henty
