Present Continuous

To talk about present situations which we see as short term or temporary

1. the action is taking place at the time speaking.

• It's raining.
• Who is Lisa talking to on the phone?
• Look, somebody is trying to steal that woman's wallet.

2. the action is true at the present time, but we don't think it will be true in a long term.

• I'm looking for a new flat.
• He's thinking about leaving his job.
• Are you getting enough sleep?

3. the action is at a definite point in the future and it has already been arranged.

• I'm meeting him at 6.30.
• They aren't arriving until Sunday.
• Isn't she coming to the dinner?