observe
verb (used with object)
to see, watch, perceive, or notice.
has been observing
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present perfect progressiveof observe (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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As someone who has been observing international scientific collaborations for many decades—and seen previous iterations of these kinds of crackdowns—I’ve come to conclude that U.S. policymakers don’t understand what science is actually “for.”
From Scientific American ● Oct. 10, 2023
New York City, which will require all residents to separate their food waste from other trash by next fall, has been observing the Korean system for years, a spokesman for the city’s sanitation department said.
From New York Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
Gen. Flynn has been observing China’s military development for several years based on several deployments to the region, including a stint commanding the 25th Infantry Division in Hawaii.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 1, 2023
The third-year quarterback, who last season led Cincinnati to its first Super Bowl in 33 years, has been observing practice from a golf cart or scooter.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 10, 2022
Harry, who has been observing the scene, asks the idle lieutenant.
From 'O Thou, My Austria!' by Ossip Schubin
