plague
noun
an epidemic disease that causes high mortality; pestilence.
has plagued
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present perfectof plague (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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In the parish seat—where the downtown is lined with well-preserved, historic buildings—Landry said the project will help keep Louisianians in Louisiana and stem the population loss that has plagued the state.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Water chiefs say sewage leaking from damaged pipes could be a source of pollution which has plagued a seafront for years.
From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026
“The Invite” skilfully dissolves a complaint that has plagued the romantic comedy genre for years.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
Still, uncertainty over tariffs has plagued international trade.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 11, 2026
I ask, finally able to voice the question that has plagued me for a week and a half.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
