cycle
noun
any complete round or series of occurrences that repeats or is repeated.
has been cycling
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present perfect progressiveof cycle (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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It is not guaranteed to be operational on any given day, but has been cycling guests in recent days.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Bob Barnes, who has been cycling to all 50 state capitals in the span of a year, said he reached a "pivotal" place in his cross-country trip when he arrived in Florida.
From Fox News ● Mar. 30, 2022
Besides encouraging those conversations, the White House has been cycling through different tactics to boost vaccinations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 16, 2021
General Austin developed a reputation as a fierce advocate for the physical and mental health of a force that has been cycling continuously through conflict zones for the past 20 years.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 11, 2020
Ms. Gervais Dubina, an artist and cancer survivor, said she has been cycling for most of her life and competed in triathlons.
From New York Times ● Aug. 8, 2017
