study
noun
application of the mind to the acquisition of knowledge, such as by reading, investigation, or reflection.
has been studying
-
present perfect progressiveof study (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
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Gray has been studying the evolutionary theory of play ever since.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
Since then, the mission team has been studying how the maneuver affected Roman's long-term fuel outlook.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 18, 2026
The crater appeared as a "large bright spot circled by a dark halo" by the LRO probe, which has been studying the Moon since 2009.
From Barron's ● Sep. 17, 2026
He has been studying equine therapy and helping train Rusty.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
“Aren’t they magnificent? Thirteen has been studying their aerodynamics here for years. Forward and backward flight, and speeds up to sixty miles per hour. If only I could build you wings like these, Katniss!”
From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins
