some time ago

ADVERB

formerly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

already earlier heretofore once

STRONG

erstwhile

WEAK

a while back aforetime anciently at one time away back back back when before before now before this down memory lane eons ago erewhile in former times in the olden days in the past lately long ago of old of yore olden days once upon a time radically time was used to be water under the bridge

Antonyms

WEAK

currently future presently subsequently

Example Sentences

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Tipp said it now looks as though the economy could have supported a higher fed-funds rate some time ago.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The U.S. remains in the middle of an extended mopping-up effort on a mission that the public and much of the policymaking community lost interest in some time ago.

From Slate • Apr. 21, 2026

Jonathan Rowland told the BBC he had "no idea" about the reference to him in the emails - and that the emails quoted are from legal proceedings from some time ago.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

The braking engine had been confirmed some time ago, but the other two elements will be a relief for the ESA.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

We received your letter some time ago, and are glad you had a relatively good time on the Sugar Circuit.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane

some time ago

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