were disgusting
- past progressive of disgust.
Example Sentences
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One of the tapes reveals that his parents were disgusting guests on a Maury Povich-style ‘90s talk show segment, “Is He The Father?”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 28, 2024
State Department spokesperson Ned Price told reporters that Smotrich's comments "were irresponsible. They were repugnant. They were disgusting."
From Reuters ● Mar. 1, 2023
Kitty Colley, defending, said Newton knew his crimes were "disgusting and vile" and had "genuine remorse" for his actions.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2021
As the evil older sibling, I convinced my brother that they were disgusting, so I could have his share.
From Washington Post ● Mar. 22, 2021
I saw her face again, heard her call the dog to run me off as if I were disgusting, maybe even dangerous.
From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn
