include
verb (used with object)
to contain, as a whole does parts or any part or element.
have been including
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present perfect progressiveof include.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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However, in Shanghai, they may have been including in the asymptomatic tally those who are experiencing mild symptoms, thus purposely minimizing the count of those with serious illness.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 16, 2022
There is little to no evidence that the theory itself is being taught to K-12 public school students, though some ideas central to it have been, including the lingering consequences of slavery.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 6, 2022
A governor could still be recalled theoretically, although only two in the nation’s history have been, including California Democrat Gray Davis in 2003.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2021
Hardware makers have been including Alexa in a growing variety of third-party products.
From Slate ● Jun. 2, 2018
“You also have been including my friend’s servant among your acquaintances!”
From The Independence of Claire by Mrs. George de Horne Vaizey
