Affirmative, negative and interrogative&nbsp;sentences with present continuous tense.&nbsp;
The present continuous tense is generally used to talk about events or actions that are happening at the moment of speaking. However, there are other usages as well. Below are the most commonly used example sentences with the present continuous tense. For a more detailed explanation of this tense, please follow the link below.
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<h2>Usage Examples </h2>
&bull; He is sleeping now.&nbsp;
&bull; I'm working at the moment.&nbsp;
&bull; She is talking on the phone right now.
&bull; They are at present trying to solve the issue. 
&bull; She is soon starting a new job.&nbsp; 
&bull; The baby is still crying. 
&bull; The weather is getting warmer&nbsp;today.&nbsp; 
&bull; He is learning a new language these days. 
&bull; She is staying with us temporarily. 
&bull; He is working in a hotel for the time being. 
&bull; They are always arguing with each other.&nbsp; 
&bull; She is continuously checking her phone. 
&nbsp;&bull; The company is currently testing a new software. 
&bull; Our population is increasing day by day. 
&bull; They are going on holiday in two days. 
&bull;&nbsp; He is looking after my dog for a few days. 
&bull; We are planning a trip this week. 
&bull; What courses are you taking this semester? 
&bull; They are moving to a new house next month.
&bull; She is attending an important meeting tomorrow. 
&bull; At 8 in the evening, he's usually watching TV. 
&bull; He likes to listen to music when he's working.&nbsp; 
&bull; More and more people are choosing to work remotely as technology improves.
<h2>Affirmative Sentences </h2>
&bull; I am drinking tea. 
&bull; He is going to school. 
&bull; You are talking too much. 
&bull; John is swimming in the sea. 
&bull; We are watching a movie now. 
&bull; My mom is cooking right now. 
&bull; He is writing a letter at the moment. 
&bull; She is working hard these&nbsp;days. 
&bull; He's temporarily staying in a hotel. 
&bull; They are coming to the party tonight. 
&bull; We are going on holiday next week. 
&bull; The world is changing rapidly. 
&bull; I am planning to travel to Europe this year. 
&bull; He is playing basketball with his friends. 
&bull; Simon is riding a bicycle on the street. 
&bull; The students are reading a book together. 
&bull; The situation in Turkey is getting worse. 
&bull; I am working on a new project at present. 
&bull; Maria and Tom are getting married tomorrow. 
&bull; My sister is currently learning to play the guitar. 
&bull; The ongoing construction is causing a lot of noise. 
&bull; At the present moment, I am trying to finish this report. 
&bull; More and more people are working from home nowadays. 
<h2>Negative Sentences </h2>
&bull; I am not going now. 
&bull; She is not sleeping. 
&bull; He is not working today. 
&bull; It is not raining right now. 
&bull; The printer is not working. 
&bull; I am not living alone.&nbsp; 
&bull; He's not available at the moment. 
&bull; He is not playing with his friends. 
&bull; She is not waiting for me. 
&bull; Kate is not wearing a red skirt. 
&bull; John is not doing his homework. 
&bull; I am not looking for a new job. 
&bull; She is not sitting on a chair. 
&bull; We are not cleaning the house today. 
&bull; We are not going to the concert tonight. 
&bull; They are not playing tennis this afternoon. 
&bull; We are not going to the beach because the weather is not good. 
&bull; At the present time, we are not accepting any new applications. 
<h2>Interrogative&nbsp;Sentences </h2>
&bull; Are you coming to the party? 
&bull; Is he listening to music? 
&bull; Is it snowing outside? 
&bull; Are we going to the beach today? 
&bull; Are they still working in the garden? 
&bull; Is Tom studying for the exam? 
&bull; Are you watching TV at home? 
&bull; What are you doing now? 
&bull; What are you doing here? 
&bull; Which book are you reading? 
&bull; Where is she going? 
&bull; Who is walking in the park? 
&bull; Whom are you talking to? 
&bull; Why are you waiting here? 
&bull; Why is Tom driving very fast? 
&bull; When are we going to the cinema? 
&bull; How are you studying English? 
&bull; How many people are coming to the party? 
&bull; How many courses are you taking this semester?

Example Sentences with Present Continuous Tense

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<h2>Usage Examples</h2>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・I&rsquo;m heading for home. </td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・There&rsquo;s a letter for you. </td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・She&rsquo;s tall for her age.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・What can I do for you?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・I&rsquo;ve got a present for you.&nbsp;</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・What do you do for joy?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・I&rsquo;ve invited her for 8 p.m.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・Can you do a favour for me?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・When&rsquo;s the next flight for Paris? </td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・She&rsquo;s dressing for the wedding.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・He plays for Manchester United.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・I haven&rsquo;t played chess for years.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・What&rsquo;s the French word for &lsquo;tea&rsquo;?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・Which candidate did you vote for?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・This course is for foreign students. </td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・I bought a necklace for her birthday.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・We need furniture for the new house. </td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・There is a separate area for smoking.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・How much did you pay for your car?</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・She has invited me for dinner on Saturday.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・We recieved over 80 applicants for the job.</td>
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<td style="height: 22.4px;">・Thailand is famous for its spectacular beaches. </td>
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<h2>Example&nbsp;Sentences&nbsp;</h2>
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<td>・I bought this gift for you.</td>
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<td>・I've known her for years.</td>
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<td>・This is a book for children. </td>
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<td>・Is this the bus for Chicago?</td>
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<td>・He has a talent for painting.</td>
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<td>・I made dinner for my family.</td>
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<td>・She stood up for her beliefs.</td>
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<td>・He is waiting for you inside.</td>
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<td>・I couldn&rsquo;t speak for laughing.</td>
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<td>・We'll be away for the weekend.</td>
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<td>・She apologized for the mistake.</td>
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<td>・I'm voting for the new proposal.</td>
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<td>・We'll stick with this plan for now.</td>
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<td>・I haven&rsquo;t seen you for a long time. </td>
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<td>・They are fighting for equal rights.</td>
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<td>・He was praised for his hard work.</td>
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<td>・She is the right choice for the job.</td>
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<td>・Are you for or against the proposal?</td>
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<td>・She works for a software company. </td>
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<td>・We've been friends for a long time. </td>
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<td>・The Latin word for table is &lsquo;mensa&rsquo;.</td>
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<td>・He worked for hours without a break.</td>
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<td>・He's lending me his car for a few days.</td>
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<td>・I need to catch the next bus for Chicago.</td>
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<td>・I exchanged my old phone for a new one.</td>
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<td>・They lived in that house for several years.</td>
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<td>・He will speak to the manager for everyone.</td>
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<td>・She is studying for a degree in economics.</td>
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<td>・They were punished for breaking the rules.</td>
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<td>・The movie is suitable for a child of any age.</td>
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<td>・Where to go on vacation is for you to decide.</td>
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<td>・He has been a teacher for longer than I have.</td>
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<td>・It's important for us to communicate effectively.</td>
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<td>・They received numerous applications for the job.</td>
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<td>・The desert landscape extended for miles and miles.</td>
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<td>・He didn't reveal his true feelings for fear of rejection.</td>
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<td>・Wearing a light jacket is suitable for the time of year.</td>
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<td>・There's enough time for you to finish the assignment.</td>
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<td>・For more information, you can search on the internet.&nbsp; </td>
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<td>・The tickets to the concert are available for $50 each.</td>
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<td>・The suitcase is too heavy for me to carry up the stairs.</td>
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<td>・Every morning, she takes her dog for a walk in the park.</td>
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<td>・I often turn to my friends for advice on personal matters.</td>
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<td>・I've left some instructions for you to follow while I'm away.</td>
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<td>・I would like to schedule an appointment for September 16.</td>
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<td>・She decided to take a break, for she was feeling exhausted. </td>
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<td>・The team earned an award for their outstanding performance.</td>
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<td>・Did you attend that conference for your work or personal interest? </td>
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