were quoting
- past progressive of quote.
Example Sentences
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"Some hotels were quoting £25,000 for a 10-night stay just for room only," said Mr Parker.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2022
I knew they were quoting the Word of God.
From Salon ● Nov. 28, 2021
The diplomats were quoting a letter sent by the WHO to its 194 member states informing them of the confidential nominations contained in sealed envelopes submitted in late September.
From Reuters ● Oct. 29, 2021
She also wrote to the journalist friend you were quoting earlier, telling her that I was “naming” her in the piece.
From Slate ● Feb. 8, 2018
“Well, you’re that busy I’m sure. But it’s interesting, just the same. In keeping with what you were quoting there in your Romans, chapter twelve. You remember the third verse, do you not?”
From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver
