meddle
verb (used without object)
to involve oneself in a matter without right or invitation; interfere officiously and unwantedly.
has been meddling
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present perfect progressiveof meddle (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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Her government collapsed, he has gone to jail, and many Thais, even those bitterly opposed to the Shinawatra family, have been angered by the perception that Cambodia has been meddling in Thai politics.
From BBC ● Dec. 10, 2025
The has been "meddling" to prevent his nation entering a "pot" with the African teams, meaning England potentially face a more difficult draw.
From BBC ● Dec. 4, 2013
To charges that the company has been meddling in Congolese politics.
From Time Magazine Archive
Some one has been meddling already, I find!
From Wilfrid Cumbermede by George MacDonald
“Lena!” he called as Madame Misel hurriedly entered the cottage, “Lena, some fool has been meddling with my mail!”
From Molly Brown's College Friends by Nell Speed
