Usage Examples Tenses with Past meaning

• My uncle was always telling us stories about our parents. -
• Where have I left my phone? -
• Mary hasn't graduated from the university yet. -
• I was cooking when Josh called. -
• Had you studied Italian before you moved to Milan? -
• What time did Sarah leave on Tuesday? -
• Dick was cutting the grass when the snake appeared. -
• It was a beautiful day, the sun was shining. -
• I didn't call you yesterday because I was busy. -
• I have seen Anna twice in my life. -
• Mary announced that she had found a new job. -
• I had never seen Joanna laugh before yesterday. -
• I was working when the accident occurred. -
• Have you ever seen Paul cry? -
• I was having a terrifying dream when the alarm clock rang. -
• Have you ever tried sushi? -
• I have written three essays already. -
• My mother has just bought a new car! -
• Lana has drunk four cups of coffee today! -
• My neighbour asked us if we had seen his dog. -