was arguing
- past progressive of argue.
Example Sentences
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He was arguing that the U.S. needed to become credible enough to engage in it as an equal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026
While Christopher Hitchens was arguing that women aren’t funny, there was West, out there being funny, a woman, and a feminist to boot.
From Slate ● Mar. 31, 2026
“There were two camps: One was arguing that there was significant earthquake hazard in the Los Angeles area. And another camp was arguing that there were earthquakes, but that hazard was only moderate,” Hough said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 29, 2025
According to local folklore, the "hole" was formed when a giant called Wade picked up and threw earth at someone with whom he was arguing, creating the massive hollow in the landscape.
From BBC ● Apr. 12, 2025
“Malfoy’s using Crabbe and Goyle as lookouts. He was arguing with Crabbe just now. I want to know — aha.”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
