clear
adjective
free from darkness, obscurity, or cloudiness; light.
have been clearing
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present perfect progressiveof clear.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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Near the Azteca, on a pedestrian bridge leading to the train station, workers have been clearing debris where, until late October, dozens of stalls stood.
From Barron's ● Nov. 5, 2025
With water in short supply, the volunteer fire department banned burning the yard waste, brush, and other debris people have been clearing for weeks.
From Salon ● Nov. 25, 2024
The Titans have been clearing money for their portion of the stadium with team officials hoping to break ground by mid 2024 to open for the 2027 season.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 26, 2023
Solano, his father and his friend have been clearing mounds of snow off roofs and clearing out driveways for elderly neighbors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 10, 2023
Even Mr. Jacobs, who should have been clearing the space out, who should have been acting like he was in charge, looked at Moss.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
