listen
verb (used without object)
to give attention with the ear; attend closely for the purpose of hearing; give ear.
has been listening
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present perfect progressiveof listen (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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Tantimonaco, the social-media consultant, has been listening to a lot of music from that year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 29, 2026
Like the Tori of the book, Amos has been listening to her muses her whole life.
From Salon ● Mar. 28, 2025
Officials said he has been listening in on meetings in recent weeks and getting updates in order to be prepared when he eventually returns to full duty as commandant.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 1, 2024
Claire Trageser: Katie has been listening in on her cell, following along as we go through the letters.
From Scientific American ● Oct. 5, 2023
Jus has been listening to his music a lot since he woke up without a best friend.
From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone
