layer
noun
a thickness of some material laid on or spread over a surface.
was layering
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past progressiveof layer.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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This was a welcome moment; just when “Final Fantasy XVI” was layering on the kingdoms and the royals, Clive dedicates himself to delving into his own history and magical abilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 21, 2023
The last step was layering, like distributing smaller items like old trophies, board games or magazines, and putting a birdcage - a perfect metaphor - in a central location.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 7, 2022
The last step was layering, like distributing smaller items like old trophies, board games or magazines, and putting a birdcage — a perfect metaphor — in a central location.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 7, 2022
EasyJet said it would not be appropriate to provide any further financial guidance for the second half, but added that higher fuel and the dollar exchange rate was layering additional costs.
From Reuters ● May 19, 2022
Monday without any food or water, and was layering on clothes she had in the car.
From New York Times ● Jan. 4, 2022
