liven
verb (used with object)
to put life into; rouse; enliven; cheer (often followed byup ).
has been livening
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present perfect progressiveof liven (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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The Motet’s music has been livening up dance floors for over two decades, with songs that are unrelenting in their pursuit to make listeners move.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 30, 2022
By Christopher Beam It seems like mistletoe has been livening up otherwise-lame holiday parties forever.
From Slate ● Dec. 14, 2011
