roar
verb (used without object)
to utter a loud, deep cry or howl, as in excitement, distress, or anger.
was roaring
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past progressiveof roar.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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The technology sector in general was roaring back to life, with hardware-oriented stocks leading the way.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 6, 2026
Utility executives compare the skyrocketing demand with rural electrification efforts or the advent of air conditioning, though much of that work happened in the years after World War II when American industry was roaring.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2025
When a Jadon Jones steal led to an AJ George floater on which he was fouled, the Beach held a 22-17 lead and its throng of fans was roaring in celebration of the possibilities.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 21, 2024
By 99 minutes, Darwin Nunez was roaring in celebration, kicking the advertising hoardings in front of a mass of flailing arms and legs in a disbelieving away end.
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2024
The Primus was roaring away with a powerful blue flame and already the water in the saucepan was beginning to bubble.
From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl
