being

US /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈbiː.ɪŋ/
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1.

existence; the state or fact of existing

:
The very being of the universe is a mystery.
Her entire being was focused on the task.
2.

a human being

:
Every living being deserves respect.
She believes in the inherent goodness of all human beings.
1.

present participle of be

:
He is being very quiet today.
The house is being renovated.