was extending
- past progressive of extend.
Example Sentences
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A CMS spokeswoman said the agency was extending the short-term program “after listening to stakeholder feedback.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 21, 2026
Dubai's airports announced they would resume limited flights on Monday evening but Air France said it was extending its suspension of flights to that and three other airports until March 5.
From Barron's ● Mar. 2, 2026
AMD’s stock closed up 4% on Monday and was extending its gains in the after-hours session.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 2, 2026
While one veteran was extending his stay in Melbourne, another said farewell.
From BBC ● Jan. 24, 2026
He was extending an embankment thence toward the point where the county line must be crossed.
From A Captain in the Ranks A Romance of Affairs by Eggleston, George Cary
