nix
noun
was nixing
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past progressiveof nix.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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That’s because on Aug. 3, 2020, the company dropped a bombshell: It was nixing the apostrophe, going from Bojangles’ to Bojangles.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 8, 2023
But was nixing this pilot program because while it “is possible that these sites would help improve the safety and health of our urban areas,” the risk of “unintended consequences was too great.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 22, 2022
Tensions over anniversary plans flared anew when the memorial announced last month it was nixing the Tribute in Light, twin blue beams that shine into the night sky over lower Manhattan.
From Washington Times ● Sep. 10, 2020
Then on September 12 this year, Apple announced it was nixing another iPhone staple — the Home button.
From Time ● Sep. 19, 2017
