invigorate
verb (used with object)
was invigorating
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past progressiveof invigorate.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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It was invigorating to think of the impact we could have by putting a new narrative out there, helping people feel less alone and find the support they need.
From Slate ● Apr. 23, 2026
That her coaches, her teammates, U.S. ski technicians and the U.S. biathlon team braved the icy cold to cheer her on was invigorating.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 20, 2022
The experience was invigorating for center David Andrews, who is entering his seventh season with the Patriots.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 6, 2021
The walk up Market Street from the ferry terminal each morning to work was invigorating.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 6, 2018
It had been a while since I’d had a girls’ night out, and the estrogen rush was invigorating.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
