pop
verb (used without object)
to make a short, quick, explosive sound.
has been popping
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present perfect progressiveof pop (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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The trio said their group chat has been "popping off" and they are rooting for "Rachel all the way".
From BBC ● Jan. 23, 2026
That football program in Eugene has been popping up a lot lately as it relates to Washington, and not in the most complimentary of fashions.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 7, 2023
The king finally pivots his attention to Gwen, Robert’s younger sister who has been popping up in scenes with novel leadership ideas, and names her first in line to the throne.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2021
Priced from $69 to $99, the Airinum mask, which has been popping up on Instagram stylistas, is sold out on its website until April.
From New York Times ● Mar. 5, 2020
And now, little reader, I know quite well what thought has been popping in and out of your head all this time.
From My Young Days by Paul Konewka
