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be playing

be playing(
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An intransitive verb phrase is a phrase that combines a verb with a preposition or other particle and does not require a direct object (e.g., Everybody please stand up.).
intransitive verb phrase
a. estar jugando
Where are the children? - They are playing in the garden.¿Dónde están los niños? - Están jugando en el jardín.
a. estar tocando
I was playing the piano when the phone rang.Estaba tocando el piano cuando sonó el teléfono.
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