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“Archaeologists had been debating the origins of the Swahili people,” Brielle says, “and the whole time they had their own story—which, it turns out, might not be mythology.”

From Science Magazine • Mar. 29, 2023

He insisted Nato had been debating subsea safety for a long time.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2022

The senators had been debating money for public water works projects and removal of lead pipes after Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, raised questions about the amount.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 27, 2021

Morales deputies, who represent a majority in congress, had been debating whether to attend, and according to local media, the decision ended up being made without their presence.

From Washington Post • Nov. 11, 2019

He had been debating with himself for the last hour as to how he should approach his detested enemy, how induce him to be silent.

From Too Rich A Romance by Streckfuss, Adolph