As/that was

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conjunction

Used to describe something at a specific time in the past.

She was happy as that was the moment she won the award.
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Often appears as...

  • as that was the time
  • as that was the moment
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Past Emphasis

Emphasizes the importance of a specific past moment.

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He smiled, as that was the day he reunited with his sister.
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Emotional Highlight

Brings emotion or sentiment to the surface regarding a past event.

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Tears filled her eyes, as that was the place they first met.
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Historic Reference

Sets the stage for a historical account or reminiscing.

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The old man spoke of his youth, as that was a golden era.
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