As/that was
conjunction
Used to describe something at a specific time in the past.
She was happy as that was the moment she won the award.
Often appears as...
- as that was the time
- as that was the moment
conjunction
Used to compare or contrast something.
It was not as bad as that was.
Often appears as...
- not as bad as that was
- not as good as that was
conjunction
Used to indicate an event occurring at the same time as another event.
He arrived as that was happening.
Often appears as...
- as that was happening
- as that was starting
conjunction
Used to describe something at a specific time in the past.
She was happy as that was the moment she won the award.
Often appears as...
- as that was the time
- as that was the moment
conjunction
Used to compare or contrast something.
It was not as bad as that was.
Often appears as...
- not as bad as that was
- not as good as that was
conjunction
Used to indicate an event occurring at the same time as another event.
He arrived as that was happening.
Often appears as...
- as that was happening
- as that was starting
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Past Emphasis
Emphasizes the importance of a specific past moment.
He smiled, as that was the day he reunited with his sister.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Highlight
Brings emotion or sentiment to the surface regarding a past event.
Tears filled her eyes, as that was the place they first met.
Pro Tip 3/3Historic Reference
Sets the stage for a historical account or reminiscing.
The old man spoke of his youth, as that was a golden era.
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