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had tested

  • past perfect of test.

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However on Friday, a WHO official told CBS News that she had tested negative for the virus.

From BBC May 8, 2026

The Leiden University Medical Centre in the Netherlands later announced another patient had tested positive.

From Barron's May 7, 2026

The patient had tested negative for other viruses, including Covid-19, influenza and Legionnaires’ disease, Weyer said.

From The Wall Street Journal May 6, 2026

The FDA said several seasoned batches had tested negative for salmonella.

From Los Angeles Times May 5, 2026

The two candidates had tested each other mightily, with Barack opening up a small but ultimately decisive lead midway through February.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama