were untying
- past progressive of untie.
Example Sentences
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After a moment, I looked up and saw that the patrollers were untying him.
From "Kindred" by Octavia Butler
Some were going into the front room of the master’s house, while others were untying the canoe from its mooring post.
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
The Cossacks were untying their horses and tightening their saddle girths.
From War and Peace by Tolstoy, Leo, graf
When they came in sight of the horses, they discovered with surprise and chagrin four men, evidently deserters from the Confederate army, two of whom were untying the bridles of the animals.
From A Lieutenant at Eighteen by Optic, Oliver
Whilst the marines were untying him, George saw that the man was almost fainting, and, as he tottered away, he went to his assistance and supported him to the doorway.
From Under the Rebel's Reign by Neufeld, Charles
