manage
verb (used with object)
to bring about or succeed in accomplishing, sometimes despite difficulty or hardship.
has been managing
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present perfect progressiveof manage (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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Spain has been managing Yamal’s minutes while he recovers from injury, but Thursday was supposed to be an opportunity to unleash his dominance.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
Chait has been managing the school system since late February, when the Board of Education unanimously voted to place Carvalho on paid administrative leave.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
"Just one of those days you don't feel too good on the court," said the 23-year-old, who has been managing a foot injury.
From Barron's ● Jan. 21, 2026
Ian has been managing the desk since 1997 and been in the industry since 1985.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 19, 2026
My comrade in this business has been managing things pretty badly; he always wanted to boss the show too much.
From The Dictator by Justin McCarthy
