wrap
verb (used with object)
to enclose in something wound or folded about (often followed byup ).
was wrapping
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past progressiveof wrap.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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The demonstration came as the first round of US-backed talks between Venezuela's interim government and parts of the opposition was wrapping up.
From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026
The beginnings of “Stuart” trace back to when “Big Bang Theory” was wrapping up its run and Lorre casually asked Sussman to keep him posted on what he was doing next, but didn’t elaborate.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 13, 2026
England's squad was wrapping up an open training session in Kansas when the first ripples were drifting across social media.
From BBC ● Jul. 4, 2026
Quarterback Sam Darnold was wrapping up the season of a lifetime for the Minnesota Vikings, finally making good on his potential as a top draft pick, when it suddenly crashed and burned.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 3, 2026
K.” She tapped her knee with her pad like she was wrapping up.
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
