tug
verb (used with object)
to pull at with force, vigor, or effort.
was tugging
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past progressiveof tug.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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“My heart was tugging on me to do something that was more aligned with my purpose,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2021
I looked uneasily at the foster mom, who was tugging on the leash, trying to get the dog to walk.
From Slate ● Apr. 2, 2020
In a recent interview, Luck said he felt as if something was tugging at his lower left leg near the ankle when he ran.
From Fox News ● Aug. 24, 2019
She tried to summon something more coherent, but it was too late: The bailiff was tugging at her sleeve.
From New York Times ● Jan. 8, 2019
Noah was tugging on Stephanie’s folder, but I pushed him away from her.
From "Here to Stay" by Sara Farizan
