steam
noun
water in the form of an invisible gas or vapor.
had steamed
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past perfectof steam.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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"Looking back, the inside of the car had steamed up," said Ms Gwyn.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2023
As a finishing touch, the tailor had steamed the green-grey cotton fabric until it was butter-soft and smooth.
From Salon ● Jun. 16, 2022
Although it had steamed over many seas, it was known as “a roller,” and during the journey with the unknown soldier it reportedly rolled near to the point of capsizing, Bruns said.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 30, 2021
The Harbor Queen had steamed beyond the Golden Gate Bridge and was turning to re-enter San Francisco Bay when the tumult erupted.
From New York Times ● Mar. 13, 2015
Meredith had steamed and readied clothes for me, my mom, and the girls.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
