past
Example Sentences
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"There's an old saying: 'Always remember the past, but always look to the future'."
From BBC
Despite vast oil reserves, Venezuela faces challenges from past asset seizures and investor concerns over stability.
From Barron's
Canada has also been working to boost its oil exports over the past year.
From Barron's
The Egyptian has played a key role in transforming Liverpool's fortunes over the past nine seasons - becoming the club's third-highest scorer ever, the Premier League's fourth top scorer and the league's eighth highest assist maker.
From BBC
Smith says no boxer he has spoken to has ever taken the option to "top up" their insurance, and past attempts to create pensions were met with a lack of interest.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.