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has been worrying
  • present perfect progressive of worry (3rd person singular).

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The market response has been worrying for some and predictable for others.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 20, 2026

But lately, Withers — an international marriage celebrant who helped found the Celebrant Institute, a training and mentoring organization in his native Australia — has been worrying that artificial intelligence will ruin those moments.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 16, 2023

Some of this is because of the excess inventory that has been worrying both executives and investors.

From New York Times • Oct. 18, 2022

The effect of the cost of living crisis is also what has been worrying Rebecca Austin, a family inclusion and support officer at Townhill Junior School in Southampton.

From BBC • May 28, 2022

I know this has been worrying you; but don't let it get on your nerves and influence you too much.

From The Dominant Strain by Edwards, H. C. (Harry C.)