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was excelling
  • past progressive of excel.

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As Bell was excelling at Christian Brothers, Barnes stopped making car and mortgage payments, according to liens on her home and court filings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 5, 2025

It would be easier to understand what Arsenal are doing if Raya was excelling in goal for them.

From BBC • Dec. 24, 2023

Before long, I was excelling in school and getting affirmation from my teachers.

From Salon • Oct. 22, 2022

McDougal, a 22-year-old Costa Mesa resident who has been diagnosed with autism, started attending the community college in 2014 and was "excelling academically," according to the lawsuit.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2018

She was, when she pleased, an out-and-out helpmeet, and now she was excelling herself.

From Two Little Travellers A Story for Girls by Arthur, Frances Browne