argue
verb (used without object)
to present reasons for or against a thing.
were arguing
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past progressiveof argue.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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They were arguing over whether an appraisal had undervalued company holdings.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
A month ago, he said, they were arguing that “markets needed a meaningful technical reset” before they could again get constructive on U.S. stocks.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026
Even before this conflict, hardline voices within Iran's security establishment were arguing for the development of a nuclear bomb.
From BBC ● Apr. 10, 2026
It’s not clear what specifically they were arguing about.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 29, 2025
They were arguing about leaving and he was carrying the brunt of the argument.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
