hound
noun
one of any of several breeds of dogs trained to pursue game either by sight or by scent, especially one with a long face and large drooping ears.
has hounded
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present perfectof hound (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Kicking trouble has hounded the Vikings throughout Mike Zimmer’s reign as head coach since 2014, so they were relieved that a player with Bailey’s accomplishment and experience was available this week .
From Washington Times ● Sep. 20, 2018
And more than anything else, Thumper likes talking about the campaign finance scandal that has hounded Hunter for the last year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2017
Thuli Mandonsela, who has hounded Mr Zuma in her seven years as anti-corruption tsar, told Reuters that legal action was behind the delay.
From BBC ● Oct. 14, 2016
He has hounded Apple to buy back more shares and better use its cash hoard.
From New York Times ● May 15, 2015
Think of the years Jimmy's secret has hounded and driven him!
From At the Foot of the Rainbow by Gene Stratton-Porter
