explore
verb (used with object)
to traverse or range over (a region, area, etc.) for the purpose of discovery.
has been exploring
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present perfect progressiveof explore (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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Chevron executives spoke of such alternatives to Hormuz, as the company has been exploring being one of the investors in the construction of a pipeline to connect Iraq’s oil fields to the Syrian coast.
From MarketWatch β Jul. 31, 2026
Although neutral, Switzerland, like its neighbours in Europe, is spending more on defence, and has been exploring ways to co-ordinate more closely with European on security.
From BBC β Jun. 14, 2026
As part of the savings plans, car production is due to end at a factory in the city of Osnabrueck, and the group has been exploring other uses for it.
From Barron's β Mar. 27, 2026
Curiosity, which has been exploring Gale Crater since 2012, carries a miniature chemistry lab designed to heat rock samples and analyze the gases they release.
From Science Daily β Feb. 12, 2026
"Right," I said, "She has been exploring the insides of Maragon's heart."
From The Right Time by John Berryman
