refer
verb (used with object)
to direct for information or anything required.
was referring
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past progressiveof refer.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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Safadi was referring to the 2021 defense agreement that allows U.S. forces unfettered access to 12 facilities in Jordan, including five air bases; the agreement was approved via royal decree and bypassed parliament.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
It was not clear what he meant, but there were suggestions at the time that he was referring to councils.
From BBC ● Jul. 6, 2026
And while that humble counselor was referring to the 2008 financial meltdown, the same wisdom applies to today’s energy crisis.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 15, 2026
He did not specify which leaders he was referring to.
From Barron's ● Jun. 15, 2026
He was referring to the special mounts that the deities used.
From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi
