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had been chairing
  • past perfect progressive of chair.

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If judge BK had been chairing the proceedings, would he have tolerated his ranting and disrespect?

From New York Times • Oct. 5, 2018

Mr. Johnson last week decided not to run, after Mr. Gove, who had been chairing the former mayor’s bid, said he had lost confidence in Mr. Johnson and was himself run for the top job.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 5, 2016