target
noun
an object, usually marked with concentric circles, to be aimed at in shooting practice or contests.
have been targeting
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present perfect progressiveof target.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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The Los Angeles Police Department is calling on the public for help in identifying a pair of alleged scammers who officials say have been targeting elderly bank customers for at least a month.
From Los Angeles Times β Feb. 25, 2026
She believes the missiles have been targeting turbines and generators - elements which are the most complex to fix and expensive to replace.
From BBC β May 8, 2024
Houthi militants have been targeting ships in the Red Sea, one of the busiest shipping routes in the world.
From Washington Times β Dec. 19, 2023
Officials said that 18 drones were shot down over the Kursk region, leading to speculation in the Russian press that the attack could have been targeting the nearby Khalino military airfield.
From Seattle Times β Oct. 15, 2023
But we are warned that “unions have been targeting Wal-Mart for years. ”
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
