were witnessing
- past progressive of witness.
Example Sentences
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The crowd shared Faryoussefi's enthusiasm, particularly the young women, who seemed aware that they were witnessing a historic moment.
From Barron's ● Nov. 15, 2025
"It felt as if we were witnessing the first glimpse of the future," said Prof Grunwald.
From BBC ● Nov. 10, 2025
In fact, the Titans were witnessing significant regression.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2025
“Last Friday was completely unnecessary,” he added, “and residents had every right to be furious about what they were witnessing and to make their anger known, and they did that, and I’m proud of it.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2025
His eyes widened as if he were witnessing the dead being brought to life.
From "Shelter (Book One): A Mickey Bolitar Novel" by Harlan Coben
