nick
noun
a small notch, groove, chip, or the like, cut into or existing in something.
have been nicking
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present perfect progressiveof nick.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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And, of course, we’ve been in a reciprocal comedy arrangement with Britain — or at least we have been nicking their ideas for shows — for years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 23, 2026
For starters, Leeds fans dislike Bournemouth at the moment because they have been nicking our players - Tyler Adams and Luis Sinisterra have both gone there recently.
From BBC ● Feb. 26, 2024
Pesky outfits such as Wendy's and Carl's Jr. have been nicking pieces from the hide of the Golden Arches.
From Time Magazine Archive
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