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were beginning
  • past progressive of begin.

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On Thursday, IMF spokesperson Kozack said economic disruptions due to the war -- including higher commodity prices and supply chain issues -- were beginning to show up in macroeconomic data.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

While the president struck an optimistic note during the cabinet meeting, saying that the Iranians were beginning to come around at the negotiation table, he again held out the possibility of additional military strikes.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“When things were beginning, for myself, I was having a hard time sleeping. The disconnect between our military actions and our daily lives is profound,” Hughes said.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Labour believed its local authorities were beginning to deliver positive change after the damage austerity caused in the region.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

One or two other groups in the room were beginning to stare at us now.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl