repent
verb (used without object)
to feel sorry, self-reproachful, or contrite for past conduct; regret or be conscience-stricken about a past action, attitude, etc. (often followed byof ).
has been repenting
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present perfect progressiveof repent (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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Canada has been repenting for more than a decade.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 13, 2018
They brought so little that ever since France has been repenting his bargain.
From Time Magazine Archive
