was determining
- past progressive of determine.
Example Sentences
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The next step was determining whether the same mechanism operates in human cells.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 3, 2026
The only issue before the Polish court was determining whether it was issued in accordance with the law.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2025
In January 2024, Johnson was "determining a path forward" for the plaque, according to a spokesperson speaking with Roll Call.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2025
State Department spokesperson also confirmed there is surveillance video of the incident and that the Department of Defense was determining whether to release it to the public.
From Reuters ● Mar. 15, 2023
One of the first tasks assigned to the new technique was determining the age of the Clovis culture.
From "1491" by Charles C. Mann
