was criticizing
- past progressive of criticize.
Example Sentences
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He said he was criticizing himself for not doing enough to support her.
From Salon ● Oct. 19, 2022
She did not specify which governments she was criticizing, but tensions in the region have been mounting between U.S. allies and China.
From Reuters ● Aug. 7, 2022
Kagan was criticizing the court’s one-paragraph order, which she wrote was reached “after less than 72 hours’ thought.”
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 2, 2021
Even before Diallo’s announcement, Conde’s government already was criticizing his opponent’s intention to declare victory.
From Washington Times ● Oct. 20, 2020
I thought I had done everything he wanted, and here he was criticizing.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
