were arriving
- past progressive of arrive.
Example Sentences
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When the first little terns were arriving this year the protective fencing around their normal nesting ground was washed away in high tides.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
Almost all — somewhat surprisingly or confusedly or embarrassingly — were arriving at the same conclusion: that the billionaire is the best choice for governor.
From Salon ● May 6, 2026
Soon after, she says she started opening bank statements that were arriving in the mail and was surprised to see an account she wasn’t aware of.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 19, 2026
Before long, the students were arriving to class early, staying late, and showing up to the forensic lab on their days off to continue their research.
From Slate ● Apr. 6, 2026
I loved it when we arose early and got to church as other people were arriving.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
