being there

Example Sentences

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Howard is the god of radio, so being there is a little daunting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

That wasn’t the first time she seemed to be apologizing to the audience for being there.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"Although we wear different uniforms, we are driven by the same purpose - being there for people when they need it most," he said.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

There are advantages to not being there: At home, you have instant replay, closeups, announcers providing a stream of information, or Mr. Tucci sparing you the plane flight and calories.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

But he couldn’t very well thank Miss Perumal in his letter for always being there to listen, then turn around and not be there for Sticky.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart