exhaust
verb (used with object)
to drain of strength or energy, wear out, or fatigue greatly, as a person.
has been exhausting
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present perfect progressiveof exhaust (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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The first week has been exhausting, and I’ve taken more naps than in recent memory.
From Salon ● Feb. 3, 2025
His mother, Nina Clevenger, clutching her 4-month-old son Caden, said the ordeal has been exhausting for everybody, but the outcome better than initially feared.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 30, 2022
The families' constant battle for the truth has been exhausting and at Christmas, Jack and Sarah make sure they take time to remember their daughter.
From BBC ● Dec. 24, 2022
McBryde admits that all the action has been exhausting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 8, 2022
This whole day has been exhausting; I can barely keep my eyes open.
From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day
