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has been nursing
  • present perfect progressive of nurse (3rd person singular).

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My bet is that Melania has been nursing a weird grudge about all this and simply felt compelled to say something.

From Slate • Apr. 10, 2026

France forward Mateta, who has been nursing a knee issue, had an initial medical examination on Sunday followed by additional tests on Monday.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

In the meantime, they are working to secure Nala’s release from the pound, where she has been nursing her injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 3, 2025

Robinson, however, has been nursing hand and shoulder injuries.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 14, 2024

Why, Mr. Ambler, you bought six of Colonel Blake's last year, you know and one of the house servants has been nursing them ever since.

From The Battle Ground by Glasgow, Ellen Anderson Gholson