have been poising

• present perfect progressive

  present perfect progressive

  Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.

  of poise.
  poise

  noun

  a dignified, self-confident manner or bearing; composure; self-possession.

Related Words

• aplomb
• calmness
• confidence
• elegance
• equanimity
• grace
• self-assurance
• serenity
• tact