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past

Pronunciation: [/pɑːst/]

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past: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use past in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “time”

(noun) refers to the period of time that has already happened and is no longer occurring. The past is everything that has already happened before now.

Example

I learned about dinosaurs in the past.

Example

We cannot change what happened in the past.

Example

What did you do in the past that you wish you could change?

Context: “time”

(adjective) describes something that has already happened or existed before now. If something is past, it means it is over and done with.

Example

The past events shaped who I am today.

Example

Let's forget about the past and focus on the future.

Example

Do you dwell on past mistakes or move forward?

Context: “direction”

(preposition) means moving in front of and beyond a certain point or place. It indicates movement or position to one side or beyond a particular point.

Example

She walked past the store on her way to school.

Example

The car drove right past the exit without stopping.

Example

Did you see anyone you know while walking past the park?

How to pronounce past

Pronunciation: [/pɑːst/]

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