accompany
verb (used with object)
to go along or in company with; join in action.
have accompanied
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present perfectof accompany.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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Park explains: "Breathing techniques have accompanied humanity for millennia across various religions and cultures. With this study, we provide scientific proof that it is a reliable and targeted method capable of controlling our decisions."
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
"We see continuity here," explains Frank Maixner, director of the Institute for Mummy Studies at Eurac Research: "These yeasts have accompanied Ötzi on his long journey through the millennia."
From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026
On Feb. 24, Paramount upped its offer to a $31-per-share bid, which represented a more reliable premium with less of the stock volatility that could have accompanied Netflix’s part-cash, part-equity offer.
From Barron's ● Mar. 23, 2026
I can almost feel the satisfaction, the inward chuckle that must have accompanied the writing of it.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 21, 2026
In the Qur’an, Gabriel is described as having six hundred wings, and is assumed to have accompanied Muhammad when he ascended to the heavens.
From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers
