fall
verb (used without object)
to drop or descend under the force of gravity, as to a lower place through loss or lack of support.
has been falling
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present perfect progressiveof fall (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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As a consequence, copper production globally has been falling or flatlining for some time.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
The share of Treasurys held by foreign investors has been falling, with hedge funds helping to pick up the slack.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
Sandy McCook, Nethy Bridge Community Council chairman, said it was hoped rain that has been falling since Monday night would make a "huge difference".
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Lately it has been falling again, to 53.3 in June from 54 in May.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
The snow has been falling steadily since we came indoors.
From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez
