dent
noun
a hollow or depression in a surface, as from a blow.
have been denting
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present perfect progressiveof dent.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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Rising competition from fixed-wireless and fiber-connection services have been denting Charter’s home-internet subscriber base, while the rise of streaming services has hurt its cable business.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2026
