mope
verb (used without object)
to be sunk in dejection or listless apathy; sulk; brood.
has been moping
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present perfect progressiveof mope (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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Welcome, Sally," said Pamela, as the pair came hand in hand towards her, "Betty has been moping ever since you left, and had a desperate fit of industry from sheer loneliness.
From An Unwilling Maid Being the History of Certain Episodes during the American Revolution in the Early Life of Mistress Betty Yorke, born Wolcott by Jeanie Gould Lincoln
He has been moping in his hut for the past week," said Hamilton thoughtfully, "but I was hoping that it meant that he was swotting for his exam.
From The Keepers of the King's Peace by Edgar Wallace
“Thankful to see you back again, instead of that other fellow who has been moping about in your clothes!” and Pixie commented on the announcement with her usual outspoken honesty.
From More about Pixie by William H. C. Groome
The poor bird has been moping ever since.
From Anne of Avonlea by L. M. (Lucy Maud) Montgomery
He has been moping, and has got queer fancies into his head; sick people often do.
From My Sword's My Fortune A Story of Old France by Herbert Hayens
