彼女は針をすすめていた。

she; her; her; girlfriend; sweetheart

topic marker particle; indicates contrast with another option (stated or unstated); adds emphasis

needle; pin; hook; stinger; thorn; hand (e.g. clock, etc.); pointer; staple (for a stapler); needlework; sewing; malice; counter for stitches

indicates direct object of action; indicates subject of causative expression; indicates an area traversed; indicates time (period) over which action takes place; indicates point of departure or separation of action; indicates object of desire, like, hate, etc.

to recommend; to advise; to encourage; to offer (wine)