implement
noun
any article used in some activity, especially an instrument, tool, or utensil.
were implementing
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past progressiveof implement.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Thompson’s fascination with American pop culture developed in part from her youth in post–Celtic Tiger Ireland, when leaders like Bertie Ahern were implementing economic policies shaped by American capitalism.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2026
Among his other accomplishments, the sheriff said, were implementing body-worn cameras and diversifying the work force.
From New York Times ● Nov. 5, 2022
The building is owned and managed by Essex Property Trust, whose executives told investors in a 2008 earnings call that they were implementing YieldStar in the trust's apartment buildings.
From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2022
“We didn’t see evidence they were implementing any meaningful changes that would prevent these things that were going on.”
From Washington Post ● Jul. 29, 2022
While a spokesperson said they were "implementing the recommendations", Tuesday's statement has raised further concerns.
From BBC ● Mar. 16, 2022
