hearken
verb (used without object)
to give heed or attention to what is said; listen.
have been hearkening
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present perfect progressiveof hearken.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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"Three hungry men, Prudence, who have been hearkening for your step this half-hour and more."
From The Broad Highway by Jeffery Farnol
