indicate
verb (used with object)
had been indicating
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past perfect progressiveof indicate.past perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that was ongoing continuously in the past up until another past event interrupted it.
Example Sentences
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While it was hard to find people who supported a prolonged challenge beyond this, as Mr. Bevin had been indicating, a recanvass is a relatively easy and straightforward procedure.
From New York Times ● Nov. 14, 2019
He had been indicating the rabble of children.
From The Story of Louie by Oliver [pseud.] Onions
