Usage Examples Participles

• I was visiting my sister. -
• I don't like being lectured. -
• I don't like being touched. -
• I was depositing my paycheck. -
• I was protecting my family. -
• I smiled, closing my eyes. -
• I felt my throat constricting. -
• We do not want to be disturbed. -
• I'm a hired consultant. -
• I was ruining my reputation. -
• I'm a spoiled child. -
• He felt his excitement mounting. -
• I don't mind being criticized. -
• I don't want to be hurt. -
• I was saving your life. -
• I don't like being threatened. -
• I was testing your theory. -
• I was leaving her office. -
• I knew he was lying. -
• I don't like being used. -