denounce
verb (used with object)
to condemn or censure openly or publicly.
was denouncing
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past progressiveof denounce.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 Abradin association said it was denouncing Americanas for what it called a "multi-billion fraud," while also asking regulator CVM to investigate the retailer's auditor, PwC.
From Reuters ● Jan. 13, 2023
But because he denounced sexual violence and mentioned that he was a father in the same breath, it seemed to them he was denouncing sexual violence merely because he is a father.
From Washington Post ● Oct. 13, 2017
Within a few months, Malik was denouncing the producer thanks to another set of leaked solo material.
From The Verge ● Jul. 31, 2015
Given increasing public disclosure and under pressure from Congress, including Republicans like Senator John McCain, who was denouncing torture, Mr. Bush decided to finally publicly acknowledge the program five months later.
From New York Times ● Dec. 9, 2014
Sally was denouncing meteorology as imposture when the returning bather produced the effect recorded.
From Somehow Good by William Frend De Morgan
