match
noun
a slender piece of wood, cardboard, or other flammable material tipped with a chemical substance that produces fire when rubbed on a rough or chemically prepared surface.
have been matching
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present perfect progressiveof match.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, as mightily impressive as Arsenal have been, matching that incredible defence of Chelsea 20 years ago will be a task of Herculean proportions.
From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2025
Human rights groups, American citizens and the Slavic immigrant community have been clamoring to take in refugees, and websites have been matching willing hosts with Ukrainian families.
From New York Times ● Mar. 24, 2022
The trend is picking up steam, too, as the state’s results have been matching the nation’s even more closely in recent elections.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 4, 2016
While the Yankees faltered as Toronto ran off 11 straight wins, the teams have been matching each other down the stretch, with each winning eight of 11.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 10, 2015
Hatty is waiting for the silks I have been matching, and mother will want to know how old Mrs. Wright is.
From Our Bessie by Rosa Nouchette Carey
