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anciently
AdverbNoun

Definitions

  1. 1. anciently
  2. 2. formerly
  3. 3. old times
An adverb meaning "since ancient times" or "from long ago," used to describe something that has been true for a very long time. It sets a historical or traditional context and is often used to introduce a custom or belief that goes back many generations.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

He said, "The master-apprentice relationship used to be much stricter."

Sentence 2

Hey, was this street actually a river at some point?

Sentence 3

Hey, I heard this station used to have a different name back in the day — is that true?

Sentence 4

Apparently, her family used to be farmers long ago.

Sentence 5

"This rule didn't exist back in the day," the section chief said.