trip
noun
a journey or voyage.
has tripped
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present perfectof trip (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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The statute does not discriminate between state and federal officers, an issue that has tripped up other states trying to rein in immigration agents.
From Slate ● Apr. 15, 2026
Another point that has tripped up some residents is that upon approval for the buyout, the property owner will be required to release the city and all other agencies of liability.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2024
More than one player has tripped over the years, as players reminded each other Friday in the clubhouse.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 7, 2023
The justices’ new format has tripped up some lawyers who are used to the old way of doing business and have moved to sit down when the red light on their podium went on.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 2, 2023
But when Tiny Cooper lies to you about his heartbreak, the Geiger counter has tripped the hammer.
From "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" by John Green and David Levithan
