generate
verb (used with object)
to bring into existence; cause to be; produce.
has been generating
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present perfect progressiveof generate (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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On the surface, Nvidia has been generating enormous amounts of cash by selling the chips driving the artificial-intelligence boom to customers that are clamoring for them.
From MarketWatch ● May 22, 2026
Now to the name that has been generating headlines - Jose Mourinho.
From BBC ● Apr. 28, 2026
The problems are even starker at Alexander McQueen, which runs about 135 shops but has been generating heavy losses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
Ball's aerospace business has been generating steady albeit limited cash flow for Ball, accounting for $170 million out of its $1.45 billion in comparable operating earnings in 2022.
From Reuters ● Jul. 7, 2023
Ever since the premiere of its eye-catching trailer during the Super Bowl, “Air” has been generating a lot of positive buzz.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2023
