dream
noun
a succession of images, thoughts, or emotions passing through the mind during sleep.
has been dreaming
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present perfect progressiveof dream (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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Maya Joint, 20, says she has been "dreaming" of playing on Centre Court since she was little, after overcoming "legend" Serena Williams to reach the second round of Wimbledon 2026.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
Adenot has been dreaming of this moment since 1996, when she watched on television as France's first woman astronaut Claudie Haignere blasted off towards the Mir space station.
From Barron's ● Feb. 13, 2026
“She wants to see that happen and has been dreaming about it happening for a while.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 10, 2025
Lately, Mark Benigni, Meriden’s superintendent, has been dreaming about what might be possible if schools had more time in the day.
From New York Times ● Oct. 15, 2022
I want this to be the unforgettable experience Arthur has been dreaming of for who knows how long.
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
