place
noun
a particular portion of space, whether of definite or indefinite extent.
was placing
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past progressiveof place.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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The following day, Carr chimed in, saying he was placing ABC’s broadcast licenses under review.
From MarketWatch ● May 19, 2026
Gamboa was placing an I-beam atop the plant’s paint building when he lost his balance and fell.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 12, 2025
Her 10-year-old son has autism and was having to share a bedroom with his six-year-old sister, which was placing pressure on the family.
From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2024
Strauss learned about 24 hours later, on Nov. 10, that USC’s provost was placing him on paid administrative leave.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 26, 2023
Dale was placing the milk behind a small, round bush.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
