prop
verb (used with object)
to support, or prevent from falling, with or as if with a prop (often followed byup ).
have been propping
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present perfect progressiveof prop.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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Bolton and his brother have been propping the firm up with their own money, but he said they "just can't do it anymore".
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026
Other countries have been propping up melting glaciers by adding snow with machines.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 17, 2023
In many places, people have been propping teddy bears in their front windows for the entertainment of children on “teddy bear hunts.”
From Washington Post ● Mar. 26, 2020
Her party's 10 MPs have been propping up Theresa May's minority UK government since the Conservatives lost their majority in last year's general election.
From BBC ● Jun. 29, 2018
