bet
verb (used with object)
to wager with (something or someone).
have been betting
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present perfect progressiveof bet.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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With the Knicks, sportsbooks could lose because of how many people have been betting on them to win the championship all season.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026
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
Unless they have been betting with prediction markets, in which case they’ll pay a lower rate.
From Barron's ● Dec. 27, 2025
Many, including billionaire Bill Ackman’s investment firm, have been betting for years on a change in the entities’ ownership structures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2025
He walked up to Mrs. Elton, and said: "These wicked men have been betting, Mrs. Elton."
From David Elginbrod by George MacDonald
