stress
noun
importance attached to a thing.
has been stressing
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present perfect progressiveof stress (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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Paramount has been stressing that Netflix’s regulatory path is uncertain.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 22, 2026
The Administration in recent days has been stressing moves to improve “affordability.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2025
Not for the first time, the chancellor has been stressing how important growth is, and that this government is making growth its priority.
From BBC ● Jan. 29, 2025
Biden has been stressing the need for a cease-fire for some time.
From Slate ● Mar. 6, 2024
Knight has been stressing his ability to work across the aisle, too, noting that most of his legislation has attracted bipartisan support.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 7, 2018
