reserve
verb (used with object)
to keep back or save for future use, disposal, treatment, etc.
was reserving
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past progressiveof reserve.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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Representative Ralph Norman of South Carolina said he was reserving judgment on how he would vote on a compromise until he saw the bill, but added, “What I’ve seen now is not good.”
From New York Times ● May 25, 2023
Downing Street previously said it was reserving judgement on Mr Sharp's appointment until investigations are completed.
From BBC ● Mar. 11, 2023
Gambero Rosso, an Italian food and wine magazine, called the mixing of olive oil with coffee “a curious combination” but said it was reserving judgment, having not yet sampled the drinks.
From Washington Times ● Mar. 1, 2023
In court Thursday, Common Pleas Court Judge Barbara McDermott said she was reserving judgment on whether or not the evidence was sufficient to prove the crimes charged.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 3, 2022
At the end of Neville’s interview, Harry had the impression that Slughorn was reserving judgment on Neville, yet to see whether he had any of his parents’ flair.
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
