pour
verb (used with object)
to send (a liquid, fluid, or anything in loose particles) flowing or falling, as from one container to another, or into, over, or on something.
have poured
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present perfectof pour.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Since the news of Panettiere's death broke on Monday, tributes have poured in from her fellow actors, friends and followers.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Long criticized for falling behind in the AI race, Apple is now being rewarded by Wall Street for resisting the vast investments its big tech rivals have poured into chips and data centers.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 2026
Since the launch of single-stock leveraged ETFs on May 27, Korean individual investors have poured about $9.45 billion into the products, often tracking chip makers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
“Sending prayers and love to all those laid off today by ESPN,” Clark wrote on X. “So many of you have poured your life into that company, & I know how you’re feeling right now.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
They were on his shoulders, his head, his lap, snapping up seeds that the man appeared to have poured over himself.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
