was entering
- past progressive of enter.
Example Sentences
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He said he was entering negotiations with the fire union on its next three-year agreement but was uncertain how to proceed given that the city’s revenue stream could change dramatically over that time.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026
To do that, OpenAI said it was entering its third phase as a company.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 8, 2026
Although he was entering his 12th NBA season and coming off nagging injuries, the Lakers still saw Smart as an important addition.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 22, 2026
In March the actor said he was entering the "last stages" of his life and that "scans have shown that the cancer has progressed rapidly in my body".
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2026
“As I was entering the adoption information into the computers, I just noticed some interesting things. That’s all.”
From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty
