Past Events Vocabulary

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating the time, place, manner, or degree of an action

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The research study was conducted two years ago.
• I saw him at the mall a while ago.
• I heard that song on the radio ages ago.
• The decision made by the board was made ages ago and cannot be changed now.

adverb relating to the past, events, or people of the past

• Historically, the city has been a hub for trade and commerce.
• Historically speaking, this town has always been known for its amazing food.
• Back in the day, this place was historically the coolest hangout spot.
• The artist's work is historically a window into the past, capturing moments in time with precision.

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

• She remembered to bring all the necessary documents for the meeting.
• I remembered to pick up milk on the way home.
• He finally remembered to hit me up when he got back in town.
• The old man remembered his youth as if it were just yesterday.