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were speeding
  • past progressive of speed.

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Reviewing them “was a massive effort. The agency proceeded glacially, but really we were speeding as fast as we could,” the official said.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

The motorcade began rolling and we were speeding our way through the suburbs of Las Vegas, destination unknown.

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2024

Police have alleged that Rice and Knox were speeding in the far left lane when they lost control, and the Lamborghini traveled onto the shoulder and hit the center median wall, causing a chain collision.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 11, 2024

But by Monday morning, recruitment calls were speeding through synagogue WhatsApp groups.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 12, 2023

The rival powers were speeding toward a war that no one could win.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin