demonstrate
verb (used with object)
to make evident or establish by arguments or reasoning; prove.
were demonstrating
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past progressiveof demonstrate.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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John Flood, a managing director at Goldman, said in a client note obtained by MarketWatch that investors were demonstrating a surprising lack of willingness to “play meaningful offense.”
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
A relative of one of the detainees told the outlet that they were demonstrating against a transfer to a Texas detention facility and eventual deportation.
From Salon ● Jun. 5, 2025
Teamsters members were demonstrating at "hundreds" of other Amazon locations, according to the union, which described it as the "largest strike" in US history involving the firm.
From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2024
Eigel, who is also running for Missouri governor, and Schroer were demonstrating the devices on the boxes, the event’s organizer confirmed.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 22, 2023
While this drama unfolded in New Hampshire, other members of the Washington household were demonstrating a taste for freedom.
From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis
