was rehearsing
- past progressive of rehearse.
Example Sentences
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The iconic singer resided in the property while he was rehearsing for his “This Is It” tour, which he was due to embark upon in July 2009.
From MarketWatch ● May 5, 2026
Behind one door, a group was rehearsing a number from the musical "Six".
From Barron's ● Apr. 27, 2026
Inside the opera house, in a deep concrete basement, an orchestra was rehearsing for the music festival that the war has not stopped.
From BBC ● May 28, 2024
Messi was rehearsing for the opening credits of his new talk show, “Messi: The Cannes Film Festival From a Dog’s Eye View.”
From New York Times ● May 21, 2024
At the end of the block, the Baptist choir was rehearsing Christmas carols, their rich voices spilling out into the neighborhood from the open church door.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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