Usage Examples Tenses with Past meaning

• Emily went to China last year. -
• Have you ever tried sushi? -
• It was a beautiful day, the sun was shining. -
• Dick was cutting the grass when the snake appeared. -
• I sold my house two months ago. -
• Mary hasn't graduated from the university yet. -
• I didn't call you yesterday because I was busy. -
• My mother washed the floor when the painter had already gone. -
• My uncle was always telling us stories about our parents. -
• Lana has drunk four cups of coffee today! -
• We wish you moved to Los Angeles. -
• I was wondering if you could help me with the project. -
• I didn't go anywhere because it was raining. -
• I was dancing when Matthew walked in. -
• Harry said he went to the library yesterday. -
• I had never seen Joanna laugh before yesterday. -
• I was cooking when Josh called. -
• I have written three essays already. -
• Alexia has lost her purse and now has no money. -
• My mother has just bought a new car! -