was slowing
- past progressive of slow.
Example Sentences
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He did, however, acknowledge the impact on the playing surface, adding: "The grass really needed watering. It was very dry and as a result it was slowing the ball down."
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
The manufacturer announced last year it was slowing its shift to EVs, a move that dented 10-brand Volkswagen's profits by billions of euros.
From Barron's ● May 8, 2026
The New York offense was slowing to a crawl in the closing minutes of games.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 5, 2026
Powell refused to cut rates until he saw evidence that inflation was slowing.
From MarketWatch ● Jan. 12, 2026
He was slowing and lifting his head to cast left and right.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
