waive
verb (used with object)
to refrain from claiming or insisting on; give up; forgo.
was waiving
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past progressiveof waive.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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It said that he was waiving his right to an attorney, and that he hadn’t been coerced.
From Slate ● Apr. 19, 2026
Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Theresa McGonigle set Reiner’s next court appearance for April 29, and asked Reiner if he understood that he was waiving his right to a speedier hearing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 23, 2026
When asked by the judge if he understood that he was waiving his right to enter a plea on Wednesday, Reiner said: "Yeah, I agree with it."
From BBC ● Jan. 7, 2026
Soto’s attorney, Glenn Jazwiec, said his client was waiving a formal reading of the charges and pleading not guilty.
From Seattle Times ● May 23, 2024
He spoke briefly to tell the judge that he was waiving his right to contest extradition, and to say that he had eaten and was in good health.
From Reuters ● Dec. 22, 2022
