being

Example Sentences

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It’s time for this country to start being nicer to each other.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 2, 2026

The inquest heard Maddy was "anxious" about how she would split the roles - with her combined salary being less than it was previously.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

They usually appear between two to four weeks after being exposed to the virus, but can occur more than a month later, which is why the recommended isolation period for the passengers was so long.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

“Harley Quinn” leaves room in its Valentine’s Day special to look at the notion of there being someone out there for everyone from a variety of angles.

From Salon • Feb. 9, 2023

I rarely see him being this serious and impassioned about anything that doesn’t have to do with girls.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold