were looking
- past progressive of look.
Example Sentences
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Police were looking into an accident that ignited the blaze.
From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026
The news of the investigation was reported by the Washington Post, which said federal and state health officials were looking into the matter.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 14, 2026
They were looking for advice and thinking I could be more involved.
From Slate ● Jul. 12, 2026
By afternoon, Devon and Cornwall Police had issued a statement, revealing that a murder investigation had been launched and they were looking for a suspect believed to be a white British man.
From BBC ● Jul. 11, 2026
“I don’t think they were looking to the market for their marks. I think they were looking to their needs.”
From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis
