were getting
- past progressive of get.
Example Sentences
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"It filled my heart because we were getting ready for war, yet she was still asking for my autograph," said Brown.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
On Tuesday, economists said June’s wage data was a step in the right direction, though it didn’t necessarily mean workers were getting ahead.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
But crews on scene reported the deadbolt was secured, and said they were getting no answer.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 12, 2026
They were getting ready for the England-Panama match, followed that same evening with Colombia playing Portugal.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
By the time we reached the rail fence around our fields, my doubts were getting stronger and stronger.
From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls
