hunt
verb (used with object)
to chase or search for (game or other wild animals) for the purpose of catching or killing.
has been hunting
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present perfect progressiveof hunt (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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Sean McAloon, huntsman with the Fermanagh Harriers, said he has been hunting from the age of two and is opposed to any ban.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
TMZ, which has been hunting politicians during the congressional recess, spotted Graham eating a resort breakfast, walking around with a bubble wand, and getting on Space Mountain.
From Slate ● Apr. 4, 2026
The main purchasers of Russian oil are India and China, though New Delhi has been hunting for other sources.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 14, 2026
Jordan Meier, who just graduated from the University of Missouri, has been hunting for a job as a reporter since February.
From New York Times ● May 19, 2020
I have been hunting round after your sister's agent, but I haven't been able to catch up with him; I suppose he has been hunting on his side.
From The Bostonians, Vol. II (of II) by Henry James
