sand
noun
the more or less fine debris of rocks, consisting of small, loose grains, often of quartz.
was sanding
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past progressiveof sand.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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“When I’m working on boats, I’m in my happy place,” said Deborah Simmons, 17, an apprentice in the wood shop as she was sanding down another plank.
From New York Times ● Nov. 24, 2021
Papa emerged from the bathroom, where he was sanding down the walls in preparation for a new coat of paint.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
Raul stopped by a large boy who was sanding a curved piece of wood.
From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer
Hope left his message with Peg Macllrea, who was sanding the parlour.
From The Northern Iron by George A. Birmingham
She was sanding the dishes and putting them away when he finally remembered the ring.
From Police Your Planet by Lester Del Rey
