exchange
verb (used with object)
to give up (something) for something else; part with for some equivalent; change for another.
have been exchanging
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present perfect progressiveof exchange.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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This article was updated to correct the home state of the two friends who have been exchanging fruitcakes.
From Salon ● Dec. 17, 2024
Holly is determined to have fun on stage and says Swifties have already been supportive, making friendship bracelets for her which fans have been exchanging at shows.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2024
Legal experts have been exchanging views on the matter, even with no legislative text yet available.
From New York Times ● Oct. 25, 2021
The two sides have been exchanging documents, including cellphone and calendar records that Zervos’ lawyer, Marian Wang, says corroborate some details of Zervos’ account.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 5, 2019
He has never met her, though they have been exchanging letters for years, and she expressed an interest in seeing his workshop, if he would not mind.
From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
