were inspecting
- past progressive of inspect.
Example Sentences
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On Friday, the sheriff’s department said investigators were inspecting the information in a new message regarding Nancy Guthrie.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 13, 2026
The statement on Telegram added that investigators were inspecting the scene and carrying out forensic analysis including "medical and explosive examinations".
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
No, we said, we were inspecting broken sidewalks.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 17, 2024
Marcos Jr, who was in Manila, said authorities were inspecting roads and buildings, and welfare officials were providing help to affected residents in northern provinces.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 25, 2022
Donatelli circled slowly around him, his hand on his square chin, as if he were inspecting a slab of meat in a butcher store.
From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte
