load
noun
had loaded
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past perfectof load.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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These ships had loaded oil on Kharg Island and left the Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz during the conflict, with their transponders switched off, according to Kpler.
From Barron's ● Jun. 17, 2026
The hiking cycle also stressed banks that had loaded up on long-dated Treasurys when yields were near zero.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 14, 2026
Icahn’s takeover had loaded the carrier with debt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 11, 2025
The Top 14 side, who had loaded their bench with six forwards, introduced the heft of 24-stone Ben Tameifuna, tightening up the game and their grip on its outcome.
From BBC ● May 24, 2025
Grandpa had loaded the tent and several boxes of groceries.
From "Where the Red Fern Grows" by Wilson Rawls
