learn
verb (used with object)
to acquire knowledge of or skill in by study, instruction, or experience.
has been learning
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present perfect progressiveof learn (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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Its AI tool has been learning behaviour patterns from cameras in public facilities such as shopping centres and stations.
From Barron's ● Jul. 28, 2026
Sam has encouraged the boy to be more conscientious with his studies and has been learning alongside him for years, picking up his schoolbooks and offering ideas on how to make the assignments more meaningful.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
Millie Moyler from Buckinghamshire is nearly 19 years old and has been learning to drive for almost two years.
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2025
As for her skating, Whitaker has been learning how to fall, which is its own challenge.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 7, 2024
There has been learning, but there has been no teaching.
From "The Landry News" by Andrew Clements
