note
noun
a brief record of something written down to assist the memory or for future reference.
were noting
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past progressiveof note.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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"By the interwar period, people were noting how Christmas was becoming more private than public," said Professor Johnes.
From BBC ● Dec. 24, 2025
Many were noting what other pages were missing, in a state of panic, mostly over the charities and social services, which were soon restored.
From Slate ● Feb. 23, 2021
Pat Dawson, chief executive of the Irish Travel Agents Association, said Americans were noting the dwindling welcomes.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 25, 2020
The polls showed it, the commentators were noting it, and my gut told me.
From Salon ● Feb. 17, 2020
“You are angry,” she said simply, as if she were noting he had dark hair, or the sun was going down.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
