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there was
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., il était une fois).
1. (impersonal) (used to describe an ongoing state or situation in the past)
A word or phrase that is not directed to a particular person or thing (e.g., on doit).
a. il y avait
There was a restaurant on the corner before that we used to go to a lot.Il y avait un restaurant au coin de la rue où nous allions souvent, avant.
2. (impersonal) (used to describe a specific event or occurrence in the past)
A word or phrase that is not directed to a particular person or thing (e.g., on doit).
a. il y a eu
There was a parade in the center of the city yesterday.Il y a eu un défilé au centre-ville, hier.
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