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How do you define "being", please?

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bhikkhu1991  +  609426 Wed, 10 Dec 08 08:28 AM

Hello,

 

The sky is showing signs of being good after the dark clouds had disappeared.

 

What is the synonym or meaning of the underlined word “being” in bold, please?

I hope to hear from you soon. Thank you so much.

 

Best wishes.
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Avangi  +  609647 Wed, 10 Dec 08 07:36 PM
The implication is that it is not yet good.    It's showing signs of becoming good. It may change from a state of  badness to a state of goodness.  It may then exist in a state of goodness. 

Why don't you try being more friendly?  (acting)  Actually, "becoming" is the better word where a change is anticipated.
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