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the progressive

noun

Definition of the progressive

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: a verb tense that is used to refer to an action or a state that is continuing to happen
  • In English, a verb form in the progressive consists of a form of the verb "be" followed by the main verb's present participle.

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progressive play

  1. : of, relating to, or characterized by progress

  2. : making use of or interested in new ideas, findings, or opportunities

  3. : of, relating to, or constituting an educational theory marked by emphasis on the individual child, informality of classroom procedure, and encouragement of self-expression

  1. : one that is progressive

  2. : one believing in moderate political change and especially social improvement by governmental action

  3. : a member of any of various U.S. political parties: such as

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