The medieval manuscript contained many bes faintly visible beneath the scraped ink.

Beings from different cultures often find common ground through storytelling.

We canceled the hike, being that the trail was closed due to flooding.

During the workshop, the professor asked the students to list all the BEs and explain their different uses.

New institutions often come into being during times of rapid social change.

During the negotiation, the admirals argued that keeping fleets in being would preserve their strategic advantage.

The admiral maintained a fleet in being to deter the enemy without risking open battle.

Researchers studying coral reefs visited the BES Islands to monitor bleaching events.

I don't usually drink coffee; that being said, I'll have a cup this morning.

A new tradition comes into being when people start repeating an action year after year.