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1. www.grammarly.com › blog › conditional-sentences-was“Was” or “Were” in the “If” Clause/Conditional | Grammarly

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   Oct 3, 2022 · The question of whether to use will or would in an if clause is another confusing topic, but the short answer is that will is better for real conditional sentences (especially paired with when) and would or could are better for unreal conditional sentences.

2. english.stackexchange.com › questions › 13508"Wasn't" vs "weren't" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

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   A clause introduced by if may express a simple condition relating to the past and take the indicative form of the verb. For example, in "If Allan was there, he was drunk," the if clause introduces a supposition, hence a verb in the indicative mood.

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   Mar 25, 2022 · As the sentence seems to be talking about the present, "wasn't" is the grammatically correct choice. Note, however, that many people in casual speech might well use "weren't" here, and a fluent speaker would understand this as having the same meaning.

4. www.grammarflex.com › when-to-use-werent-or-wasntWhen to Use 'Weren't' or 'Wasn't'? A Guide - Grammarflex

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   Aug 8, 2023 · To say it in plainer English, basically anything that’s not current reality is in the subjunctive mood, which uses weren’t even when the subject is singular. Take a look: ‍ If it weren’t for the rain, I would have gone to the beach today. ‍If he weren’t at work we could’ve gone out for dinner. ‍

5. englishteachersite.com › when-to-use-werent-or-wasnt-2When to Use Weren't or Wasn't: Mastering Past Tense ...

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   Jan 23, 2024 · Use “wasn’t” or “weren’t” for hypotheticals, leaning towards “weren’t” if expressing something contrary to fact. Remember, subject-verb agreement is vital; ensuring the subject matches the form of “to be” in both number and mood is fundamental in grammar.

6. www.imdb.com › title › tt4241904The Way We Weren't (2019) - IMDb

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   The Way We Weren't. Two people meet just after their previous relationships have imploded, so in an effort to make themselves more appealing, they exaggerate, fib, and outright lie, and after they move in together all the deception unravels.

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   Is 'wasn't' grammatically correct?

   • As the sentence seems to be talking about the present, "wasn't" is the grammatically correct choice. Note, however, that many people in casual speech might well use "weren't" here, and a fluent speaker would understand this as having the same meaning.

   The use of wasn't and weren't in second conditional structure?

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   When to use 'wasn't' in a sentence?

   • Unreal Condition Test: If the sentence describes an unreal scenario, commonly after “wish” or “as if,” then “weren’t” is the choice to use. In the English language, wasn’t and weren’t are contractions that stand for “was not” and “were not” respectively. They represent the past tense, negative form of the verb “to be”. When to use “wasn’t”:

   When to Use Weren’t or Wasn’t: Mastering Past Tense Contractions

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   What is the difference between 'wasn't' and 'weren't?

   • “ Wasn’t ” and “weren’t” help express negative past actions or states. The subjunctive mood creates an exception where “weren’t” is used with singular subjects. Conversely, “weren’t” is the contraction of “were not” and is used for plural subjects, implying that the lack of action or state applies to more than one person or thing.

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   What does wasn't mean in English?

   • In the English language, wasn’t and weren’t are contractions that stand for “was not” and “were not” respectively. They represent the past tense, negative form of the verb “to be”. When to use “wasn’t”: The cat wasn’t happy. I wasn’t feeling well. Subjunctive Mood: “Wasn’t” is also used in conditional or hypothetical statements.

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8. twominenglish.com › wasnt-vs-werentWasn’t vs. Weren’t: Complete Grammar Guide + Examples

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   Mar 28, 2024 · Understanding the subject-verb agreement rules and distinguishing between singular and plural usage of “wasn’t” and “weren’t” significantly enhances your overall grammar skills, enabling you to communicate more effectively and confidently in English.