was taking, used to take
Ela levava a caixa debaixo do braço.
She was carrying the box under her arm.
A mamãe nos levava para a escola juntos.
Mom used to take us to school together.
— Durante a Tormenta (2018)
Nos fins de semana, o Royal o levava para passear pela cidade.
On weekends, the Royal would take him for a drive around the city.
— Os Excêntricos Tenenbaums (2001)
Ela levava uma grande pasta de couro debaixo do braço.
She was carrying a large leather briefcase under her arm.
Ele levava uma vida rica e confortável no campo.
He led a rich and comfortable life in the countryside.