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were directing

  • past progressive
    of direct.
    direct
    verb (used with object)
    to manage or guide by advice, helpful information, instruction, etc..

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Firefighters said miles-long firebreaks had helped to contain the latest break-outs on Thursday night while drones were directing crews to hot spots.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

Outside the airport, students wearing orange hi-vis vests were directing traffic.

From BBC Aug. 7, 2024

Monday as officers were directing traffic after a concert let out at the Kodak Center theater complex, police said in a statement.

From Seattle Times Jan. 1, 2024

It’s as if, with these shorter pieces, Dillon were directing our gaze to particular constellations in the night sky, alerting us, with an enthusiast’s delight, to treasures easily overlooked.

From New York Times Apr. 25, 2023

“Wait,” said Miss Grybas, as if she were directing her class.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys