extol
verb (used with object)
has been extolling
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present perfect progressiveof extol (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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A friend of mine recently moved to the Bronx, and has been extolling the virtues of this tennis center in Crotona Park, South Bronx.
From New York Times ● Aug. 23, 2018
He expanded on a theme he has been extolling since he became famous overnight.
From The Guardian ● Oct. 20, 2015
Now, as part of its zealous austerity-minded campaign to revive investment and encourage new, advanced industries, the government has been extolling free enterprise.
From Time Magazine Archive
"The Council has been extolling you, Mr. King," said the Prime Minister, leading him to a seat near his own.
From Truxton King A Story of Graustark by McCutcheon, George Barr
Up to this time Paul has been extolling the office of the ministry, which proclaims the Gospel of the New Testament.
From Epistle Sermons, Vol. III Trinity Sunday to Advent by Luther, Martin
