Usage Examples Tenses with Past meaning

• I had never seen Joanna laugh before yesterday. -
• Have you ever seen Paul cry? -
• My uncle was always telling us stories about our parents. -
• Mary announced that she had found a new job. -
• I didn't call you yesterday because I was busy. -
• They gave Julie a puppy for her birthday. -
• It was a beautiful day, the sun was shining. -
• By the time I met Mia again, she had already found a new boyfriend. -
• My mother washed the floor when the painter had already gone. -
• I was having a terrifying dream when the alarm clock rang. -
• I have written three essays already. -
• Harold had known about their divorce for a while before everyone found out. -
• Have you ever tried sushi? -
• Harry said he went to the library yesterday. -
• I was working when the accident occurred. -
• My parents came to visit me last September. -
• Why has Mike gone already? -
• Lana has drunk four cups of coffee today! -
• Mary hasn't graduated from the university yet. -
• I was wondering if you could help me with the project. -