was deciphering
- past progressive of decipher.
Example Sentences
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Brent was deciphering a Rubik’s Cube beside him, but pretended not to hear his grandparents arguing or his cousin crying.
From The New Yorker ● Oct. 28, 2019
A big hurdle was deciphering the 100 page-long regulation book issued by the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation and written entirely in English, which included a lot of technical language and jargon.
From Reuters ● Dec. 4, 2013
Foul problems plagued both teams, but the Huskies' biggest problem was deciphering a 2-3 zone that took Matthew Bryan-Amaning out of the game and limited their high-scoring offense.
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 31, 2011
Mr Orgreave, forgetful of the company, was deciphering the “British Medical Journal” in the twilight of the afternoon.
From Clayhanger by Bennett, Arnold
Here, late one afternoon, Professor Lachsyrma was deciphering some yellow leaves of papyrus.
From Masques & Phases by Ross, Robert
