were dreading
- past progressive of dread.
Example Sentences
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“We were dreading this. But unfortunately, I personally thought it’s a matter of when, not if.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Dec. 16, 2025
For all of the appeal of the low price, many German train regulars, who have long had to deal with delayed or canceled trips and overcrowded cars, were dreading the expected effect of the promotion.
From New York Times ● Aug. 15, 2022
The kids — who usually can’t wait to be in the warmth of our home during winter break — were dreading 14 more days of lockdown in the same house with the same people.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 24, 2020
Some commuters said they were "dreading" using the Tube again.
From BBC ● May 11, 2020
“I didn’t know you were dreading it,” I say.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
