Twas

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Literary Atmosphere

Used to evoke a classic, old-fashioned tone or to mimic historical speech.

'Twas a pleasure to meet thee, good sir.

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Not Modern

'Twas is not commonly used in everyday language today; it appears more in historical or poetic contexts.

At the fair, 'twas as though we'd stepped back in time.

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Christmas Reference

Often associated with Christmas tales, especially the famous poem 'A Visit from St. Nicholas'.

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house...