remove
verb (used with object)
to move from a place or position; take away or off.
was removing
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past progressiveof remove.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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Ireland's Classic Hits Radio announced it was removing Sheeran's music from its playlists because of feedback from listeners who had expressed "disappointment and concern" over his US tour.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
The produce supplier said it was removing certain products including guacamoles and salsas from shelves.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 10, 2026
US President Donald Trump said Thursday he was removing tariffs on Scottish whisky in honor of Britain's King Charles III and Queen Camilla as they wrapped up their state visit.
From Barron's ● Apr. 30, 2026
Character.ai said it had invested "tremendous effort and resources" in safety and was removing the ability for under 18s to have open-ended chats with characters.
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2026
If not in the kitchen, I was removing colonies of spiders, polishing tables and chairs, or sweeping up a mountain of dust.
From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson
