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has been practicing

  • present perfect progressive of practice (3rd person singular).

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Max, who has been practicing drums constantly in the extra unit, is planning a backyard show with his rock band in July.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 20, 2026

Ayer, who has been practicing for nearly 20 years, says more children than ever are now using cosmetics.

From BBC Jun. 6, 2026

Carl Shusterman, an immigration lawyer who has been practicing since the 1970s says he sees it everyday near his home on the Westside and in his practice.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2025

Morris has been practicing with Maryland ahead of the Music City Bowl but is not eligible to play in the game.

From Washington Times Dec. 28, 2023

He has been practicing upon the flute since 1862, and he has learned but a portion of but one tune—'Nelly Bly.'

From Elbow-Room A Novel Without a Plot by Clark, Charles Heber