invest
verb (used with object)
to put (money) to use, by purchase or expenditure, in something offering potential profitable returns, as interest, income, or appreciation in value.
have been investing
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present perfect progressiveof invest.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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Drugmakers such as Novartis and other devicemakers have been investing in the segment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 2026
At the same time, Southern California cities have been investing in projects to capture stormwater and recharge groundwater as they seek to rely less on water imported from Northern California and the Colorado River.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 5, 2026
Large, diversified defense contractors, such as Lockheed Martin, RTX, and Northrop Grumman, have been investing in anti-drone technologies, ranging from detection to smart bullets to jammers.
From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026
About 10 companies in the S&P 500 have been investing enormous amounts, but large-cap companies outside of those areas have been hesitant to spend.
From Barron's ● Feb. 20, 2026
And do you know, dear, we shall have to pinch and save no end, for I have been investing heaps of money in a speculation—one, though, that is certain to pay.
From The Sapphire Cross by George Manville Fenn
