rebut
verb (used with object)
to refute by evidence or argument.
has been rebutting
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present perfect progressiveof rebut (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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Apple has been rebutting Daisey's accusations for months, to little effect.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 17, 2012
