weren't
Americancontraction
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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He said the subsidies weren’t needed, and other policies that help hold down Part D costs also remain in place.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 28, 2026
With no competitive warm-ups before their Champions League journey began, Vrancken insists his players weren't ready.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
“It felt like we weren’t making any progress toward retirement for a few years, but in reality, it was the most effective use of our savings budget at the time.”
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 28, 2026
Negro Leaguers weren’t considered for the Hall until Paige was elected into the 1971 class.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 28, 2026
But of course, they weren’t here, and their fate was still unknown.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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