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was strapping
  • past progressive of strap.

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By the early 18th century, French dentist Pierre Fauchard was strapping patients’ teeth to metal arches to wrangle crooked smiles into submission.

From Slate • Jul. 27, 2020

“Everyone there was strapping on parachutes,” agrees Reiss.

From The Guardian • Oct. 8, 2015

Quarterback Jared Goff was strapping on his helmet, figuring he’d have about one minute to push for a last chance to win.

From Washington Times • Sep. 20, 2015

But Michael Clarke called incorrectly and soon he was strapping on his pads.

From The Guardian • Jul. 7, 2012

In the practice room, Mr. Armin was strapping a metal plate to Sander's waist.

From "The Shakespeare Stealer" by Gary L. Blackwood