down
adverb
from higher to lower; in descending direction or order; toward, into, or in a lower position.
have been downing
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present perfect progressiveof down.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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Athletes have been downing jelly beans and gummy bears forever.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
