rain
noun
water that is condensed from the aqueous vapor in the atmosphere and falls to earth in drops more than 0.02 inch (0.5 millimeters) in diameter.
has been raining
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present perfect progressiveof rain (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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This year, it has been raining a lot in Colombia, where most of his roses come from, and rain is terrible for roses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 31, 2024
Walking in the rain, or after it has been raining, can actually be good for your body and your mind.
From BBC ● May 28, 2024
The risk management unit didn’t specify what could have caused the mudslide, but the Defense Department reported Friday night that it has been raining in the area, making it difficult for rescue operations.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 13, 2024
"It has been raining heavily all day long. We are just praying to Allah to save us," rohingya refugee Mohammed Taher told Reuters by phone.
From Reuters ● Oct. 24, 2022
It has been raining all the afternoon,--it is raining still.
From Erlach Court by Schubin, Ossip
