have been betting
- present perfect progressive of bet.
Example Sentences
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Throughout US President Donald Trump's second term in office, traders have been betting millions of dollars just before he makes major announcements.
From BBC ● Apr. 19, 2026
Investors who have been betting against the stock market recently may be starting to reverse their positions, which could spark a big rally in April.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 24, 2026
So far in 2026, investors have been betting on a broadening rally, retreating from tech giants into other corners of the market.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 8, 2026
Unless they have been betting with prediction markets, in which case they’ll pay a lower rate.
From Barron's ● Dec. 27, 2025
He walked up to Mrs. Elton, and said: "These wicked men have been betting, Mrs. Elton."
From David Elginbrod by MacDonald, George
