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has been distancing
  • present perfect progressive of distance (3rd person singular).

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He also has been distancing himself from hedge-fund founder Ray Dalio’s public defenses of China.

From Washington Times • Jan. 3, 2022

Dorsey has been distancing himself from direct leadership for years, according to people familiar with his management style who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive matters.

From Washington Post • Nov. 29, 2021

While Mr Arce served as economy minister in Mr Morales's administration, he has been distancing himself somewhat from his former boss since he won the 2020 election.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2020

While EA Sports has not suspended the sponsorship, it has been distancing itself from the face of its game in recent days.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 5, 2018

Anticipating a final rejection by the FCC, Sprint has been distancing itself from the project.

From BusinessWeek • Feb. 15, 2012