was griddling
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past progressiveof griddle.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
griddlenouna frying pan with a handle and a slightly raised edge, for cooking pancakes, bacon, etc., over direct heat.
Example Sentences
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It was pre-dawn and I was griddling English muffins because I had misread my notes and forgotten there was another rise.
From Salon ● Oct. 14, 2025
I've also been known to appear a minute or two late to an interview after lunch because I was griddling a ham, cheddar and kimchi sandwich.
From Salon ● Apr. 27, 2022