in progress
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The police spokesperson said the investigation was still in progress due to "its complexity and the number of suspects involved".
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
His films are designed to be all-consuming experiences, opening in media res, grabbing the viewer by the ankle and dragging them into action already in progress.
From Salon ● Jul. 18, 2026
The round of 32 is in progress, with several teams already moving on the round of 16, including tournament co-hosts Canada and Mexico.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
Nullis added: "It's possible that at the end of summer, we can look back and say, yes, it was a record-breaking heatwave; but it's still very much in progress."
From Barron's ● Jun. 26, 2026
Dog days in Maycomb meant at least one revival, and one was in progress that week.
From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee
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