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Discover LudwigThe phrase "were spending" is correct and usable in written English.
It is commonly used in the past tense to describe an ongoing action or event that took place in the past. Example: We were spending our summer vacation at the beach when suddenly, a storm hit and ruined our plans.
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"We were spending millions and getting nowhere".
Soon they were spending every weekend together.
Soon they were spending every moment together.
Essentially, healthier kids were spending more time in the classroom.
"If they were spending enough would their production be down?
Consumers were spending far beyond their means, he said.
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At the end, they were spent.
Four years were spent investigating Iraqgate.
Sundays were spent with homework and prayer.
"The illness is spending.
Consumers are spending less.
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