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were drafting
  • past progressive of draft.

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A slight, late-morning pullback happened just before media outlets reported on an Islamic Republic News Agency headline that said Iran and Oman were drafting a protocol to monitor traffic through the strait.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

He later added in a CNN interview that he and Massie were drafting articles of impeachment against Bondi, though they had not decided whether to bring them forward.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2025

The pair said they were drafting an appeal.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2025

Other bargainers seemed more optimistic, saying much of the overall package has been agreed to and aides were drafting legislative language.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 16, 2022

“We were drafting a curse on you and your house in case you decided not to play with us anymore.”

From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows