was investigating
- past progressive of investigate.
Example Sentences
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The health agency said last week it was investigating the outbreak in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The FDA also said Wednesday that it was investigating at least 106 reported cases of salmonella and eight cases of listeria.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026
The Justice Department told the BBC it was investigating illegal leaks, adding: "Reporters are not the targets, those leaking classified information are."
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
The Royal Belgian Football Association said it was "astonished" and stressed it was "investigating all potential options".
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
“Not you. He was investigating Ethan and the community project at the mission. Making sure the risk factor was minimal.”
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
