being

Example Sentences

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It’s very much about overworking and being productive.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

"As well as being a very nice person, he is interesting and thoughtful. Just a thought. No need to reply."

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Tuesday's vote came after the lower house last week backed repealing outdated slavery legislation that was never annulled despite the practice being abolished in 1848.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Other news organizations have similarly sought to reach licensing deals with AI companies while also being willing to go to court.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

Something must have been up if we had only one returning stray and I was still being booted.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith