were guarding
- past progressive of guard.
Example Sentences
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Marines were guarding federal officials and property on Tuesday, Marines Corps General Eric Smith said.
From BBC ● Jun. 11, 2025
The Irrawaddy, a Myanmar online news outlet, reported Tuesday that members of a Karen armed force who are not affiliated with the Karen National Union were guarding the bridges on the Myanmar side.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 10, 2024
Police agencies including the DeKalb County police department and Georgia state troopers were guarding the site, including armored vehicles.
From Washington Times ● Nov. 13, 2023
Campus police were guarding the building and students were advised to stay away.
From Reuters ● Oct. 30, 2023
Soldiers, their chests covered with iron plates, were guarding the entryway.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
