harass
verb (used with object)
to disturb or bother persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; pester.
has been harassing
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present perfect progressiveof harass (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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Now, Ms. Gay said, her landlord has been harassing her and blocking access to her apartment, for which she pays about $1,200 a month.
From New York Times ● Jun. 24, 2022
Lanigan said the man in the video has been harassing students and school staffers about masks since July.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 26, 2022
The lawsuit alleges that lab management has been harassing employees and has created a hostile work environment.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 14, 2021
—A New York judge issued a restraining order Monday against a 46-year-old woman who allegedly has been harassing Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner.
From Reuters ● Feb. 25, 2020
Ever since the Chartered Company took possession of Mashonaland he has been harassing us in various ways.
From The Claw by Cynthia Stockley
