preside
verb (used without object)
to occupy the place of authority or control, as in an assembly or meeting; act as president or chairperson.
has been presiding
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present perfect progressiveof preside (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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Judge Cannon has been presiding over this case for 10 months now.
From Slate ● Apr. 11, 2024
The trip is a brief excursion from Lisbon, where Francis has been presiding over World Youth Day celebrations, the big Catholic jamboree that has gathered nearly 1 million young Catholics together.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 5, 2023
McBurney of Fulton County Superior Court, who has been presiding over the inquiry, to sort through the competing motions.
From New York Times ● May 5, 2023
District Judge David O. Carter, who has been presiding over the case, to provide continued oversight.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 17, 2023
Chief Justice Roberts has been presiding for the last two weeks over the impeachment trial, as prescribed in the Constitution.
From Washington Times ● Jan. 31, 2020
