salivate
verb (used without object)
to produce saliva.
have been salivating
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present perfect progressiveof salivate.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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“Nebraska ’82,” the 37-track collection, clears the vaults for fans who have been salivating to hear the fabled “electric” recordings with the E Street Band.
From Salon ● Oct. 24, 2025
When the group was drawn, Celtic supporters would have been salivating.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2022
Realistic or not, the Twins have been salivating over his character and skill set since Cavaco’s senior season began.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 11, 2019
Cinema owners and studios in the U.S. and elsewhere have been salivating since Saudi Arabia ended its 35-year ban on movie theaters in December.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 2, 2018
European firms have been salivating over the prospect of a deal, with leaders preparing to sign contracts as soon as it is legal for them to do so.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 21, 2015
