were honoring
- past progressive of honor.
Example Sentences
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The group distributed a report Monday that said while some insurers were honoring their obligations, others were lowering benefits by “secretly” rewriting loss estimates prepared by field adjusters.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2025
Padma was definitely a huge influence in developing this challenge as we wanted to make sure we were honoring Indian cuisine appropriately.
From Salon ● May 12, 2023
Allen said he would know if McDonald's were honoring that pledge because his Allen Media Group represents more than 90% of Black-owned media.
From Reuters ● May 8, 2023
It almost felt like they were honoring him more than I was.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 27, 2023
Meanwhile, the Meecham children were honoring a secret tradition among themselves.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
