cause
noun
a person or thing that acts, happens, or exists in such a way that some specific thing happens as a result; the producer of an effect.
were causing
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past progressiveof cause.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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“I felt like they were causing sustainability problems for the institution,” he said.
From Salon ● Sep. 25, 2026
Ahead of a trip to India in mid-February, the Epstein ties were causing angst for foundation staff.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 31, 2026
The group said while the blockades were causing "significant disruption", Ireland's fuel supplies overall remained "robust and resilient".
From BBC ● Apr. 9, 2026
Madagascar declared a two-week national energy emergency, saying disruptions in supply because of the war in the Middle East were causing a crisis.
From Barron's ● Apr. 8, 2026
The French were causing trouble again, pushing their way into British land.
From "George Washington, Spymaster" by Thomas B. Allen
