was promising
- past progressive of promise.
Example Sentences
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Mitchell was also named the president of the group, which was promising to “focus on policy areas like taxation, economic development incentives, deregulation and zoning at the state and local level.”
From Salon ● Jul. 9, 2026
While the announcement of flights was "promising" for tourism, "there is still no further confirmation regarding Western tourists", Young Pioneer tour manager Rowan Beard said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 30, 2026
The combination was promising enough for Kraft to sanction the biggest outlay in the league in free agency, with $364m splashed out on new talent - and crucially most of them have been hits.
From BBC ● Feb. 4, 2026
It was the first of the month, which was promising, too.
From Slate ● Jan. 27, 2026
It was less than two months ago Mr. Revere was promising something extra for his time.
From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes
