practice
noun
habitual or customary performance; operation.
have been practicing
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present perfect progressiveof practice.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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In the tropical lowlands of Mexico and Central America, Indigenous Maya farmers have been practicing milpa agriculture for thousands of years.
From Salon ● Feb. 26, 2024
Air Force, have been practicing fighting in an island jungle environment against an advanced enemy force, with exercises including paratrooper drops, a long-range air assault, and re-supply by air and sea.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 9, 2023
“You know, I have been practicing after Wimbledon in a good spirit,” said Svitolina, a new mother back on tour after she and her husband Gael Monfils welcomed daughter Skai in October.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 2, 2023
Injured wide receiver Mario Williams and linebacker Eric Gentry have been practicing to start the week, and Riley said USC is “hopeful” they will be healthy enough to get reps during Saturday’s game.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 15, 2022
“My band and I have been practicing nonstop. I even wrote a catchy song like you asked.”
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
