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GrammarJLPT N3
to reach a state
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. to reach a state
A grammar pattern used to express that someone has gradually acquired an ability or that a situation has changed over time. It often follows the dictionary form of a verb and indicates a new or developing state rather than a deliberate action.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

How much practice does it take before you can understand spoken English?

Sentence 2

Gradually, you learn to make even loneliness work for you.

Sentence 3

I've started cutting back on sweets after dinner.

Sentence 4

Once you recover, you'll be able to run again, right?

Sentence 5

Oh great, so you're back to making the same mistakes again!