declare
verb (used with object)
to make known or state clearly, especially in explicit or formal terms.
was declaring
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past progressiveof declare.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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The RSF, which has been fighting Sudan's regular army since April 2023, said it was declaring the ceasefire "in response to international efforts, including the initiative of US President Donald Trump and the Quad mediators".
From Barron's ● Nov. 24, 2025
But by mid-2020, the nation was declaring victory over the virus.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 14, 2022
In a radio announcement to the country, then prime minister Indira Gandhi said she was declaring a state of emergency, citing a threat to national security from "internal disturbances".
From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2022
Lewis had announced April 12 he was declaring for the draft and hiring an agent but was maintaining his eligibility throughout the process.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 1, 2022
So, I wasn’t totally clear on how I felt when I realized that my mom was declaring war on Mr. Tushman, Auggie Pullman, and all of Beecher Prep.
From "Auggie & Me" by R. J. Palacio
