sizzle
verb (used without object)
to make a hissing sound, as in frying or burning.
has been sizzling
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present perfect progressiveof sizzle (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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Miami’s ultraluxury market has been sizzling in recent years, with four deals above $100 million in 2025, according to Miller Samuel, an appraisal and consulting firm.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 11, 2026
Key game in the NFC West as the Rams, whose offense has been sizzling behind running back Todd Gurley and a rapidly improving QB Jared Goff, can establish their credentials against the division boss, Seattle.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 6, 2017
Varlamov has been sizzling of late as he's gone 5-1-0 in his last six contests with a 0.83 goals-against average.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 7, 2012
Since he appeared on the national scene, five weeks ago, as an advocate of appeasement, Verne Marshall has been sizzling like grease in a hot skillet.
From Time Magazine Archive
