take
verb (used with object)
to get into one's hold or possession by voluntary action.
has been taking
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present perfect progressiveof take (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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My main adjustment has been taking profits on richly valued, unprofitable small-cap growth stocks.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 14, 2026
Another notable player has been taking a different road back.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 11, 2026
A similarly lengthy debate has been taking place in the UK.
From BBC ● Jul. 15, 2026
Those indicated that Gabbard has been taking specific, explicit direction for years from Butler.
From Salon ● Jun. 25, 2026
He’s kept his promise to the imam and, after he was caught skipping Sunday school, has been taking his participation in the competition more seriously.
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
