was inspecting
- past progressive of inspect.
Example Sentences
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On a recent morning, Britt Eastland was inspecting a trail at his family’s summer camp, anticipating another season of fishing, camping and canoeing just six weeks away.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 18, 2026
While she was inspecting my gift, I got down on one knee and held out a ring.
From Salon ● Dec. 19, 2023
Ferrari was inspecting the damage and said it appeared to be “quite extensive.”
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 16, 2023
He was inspecting a building site where a new sewer is being built when he was killed.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2023
Papa set down a kerosene lamp he was inspecting on the counter and run to the door.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
