court
have been courting
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present perfect progressiveof court.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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The Taliban have been courting foreign investment to revitalize the economy since their takeover.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 31, 2023
Chinese diplomats have been courting the region and China's construction and mining companies have expanded their business in many Pacific island nations.
From Reuters ● May 20, 2023
But many 2024 hopefuls, including DeSantis and Haley, have been courting members of the Jewish community and have their own long records to tout.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 26, 2023
Four Republicans and two Democrats have been courting voters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2022
Instead of going to court to cut the nuptial bond in twain, it appears that they have been courting for five years with the view of being remarried this evening.
From Toasts and Forms of Public Address for Those Who Wish to Say the Right Thing in the Right Way by William Pittenger
