1) Being + adjective: We use the progressive form with an adjective when we are talking about temporary states like actions and behaviors. Here are some examples:

You aren't being nice.

He is being lazy.

However, if the adjective is a feelings, we do not use the progressive form:

I was happy.

I am stressed out about my exams.

2) Being + past participle: We use being with the past participle in the present progressive and past progressive passive forms. For example:

My computer is being fixed.

The new windows are being installed tomorrow.

My dog enjoyed being taken on a walk.

Note that other passives with being, i.e the future progressive passive (will be being) and perfect progressive passive (has been being) are quite rare.

3) Being in participle clauses: To express reason or cause instead of because/since/as clause. This is more common in written English than spoken English. Examples:

Being a puppy, he is full of energy and always wants to play.

Instead of : Because he is a puppy, he is full of energy and always wants to play.

Being a friend of a celebrity, I'm often invited to exclusive parties.

Rather than: As I am a friend of a celebrity, I'm often invited to exclusive parties.

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