license
noun
formal permission from a governmental or other constituted authority to do something, as to carry on some business or profession.
have been licensing
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present perfect progressiveof license.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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Atlantic City is still the only place in New Jersey where casinos are allowed, but neighboring states have been licensing competitors at a fast pace.
From New York Times ● Feb. 15, 2016
