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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

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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

There are five distinct charges, all of which relate to events some time ago – and with each one, comes a mountain of evidence.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Because he bought two mobile homes some time ago, and a 2.5-acre lot in the middle of nowhere and started renting them before he retired.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 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

The guards on the walls had doubtless spied her banners some time ago, for the port-cullis was up as they approached.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

some time ago

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