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He is truly a legend vs He was truly a legend

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'He is truly a legend' is used when referring to someone in the present tense. 'He was truly a legend' in in the past tense, so it usually refers to someone who is no longer alive.
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He is truly a legend

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to someone in the present tense.

This phrase is used to describe someone who is widely recognized and admired for their exceptional qualities or achievements in the present.

Examples:

  • He is truly a legend in the music industry.
  • She is truly a legend in the world of science.
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  • Feb 12, 2024 ... Happy birthday to Stephen “ Wonderboy “ Thompson who turns 41 today ...he is truly a legend in mma !!!
  • Sep 23, 2024 ... He is truly a legend and I'm sorry you missed it. 1 mo. Lori A Gordon. Diane Simpson He's such an inspiration. Hes a wonderful person n legend.
  • Jun 11, 2015 ... ... he is truly a legend and he will live on in our memories and on the screen.richard. 9 años. 1. Ricky Panick. I guess I thought he was going to ...
  • Jun 6, 2024 ... ... He is truly a legend in the golfing world. All proceeds will go to a lovely memorial service and other unfortunate but necessary expenses ...
  • May 24, 2016 ... Thanks for keeping Elvis alive for us. He is truly a legend and will live forever in my heart. There is no one with such a distinguish voice.
  • Jul 24, 2021 ... Close menu. We are blessed to have him again in TYBMM(Journalism). He is truly a legend.✨. Like · Reply · 1 Reaction 2 Reactions.
  • Dec 12, 2019 ... Please wish your Dad a Happy Birthday for me, he is truly a Legend! 5 yrs Report. View more comments…
  • 7 days ago ... Indelible imprint on our culture thank you Q!!! ... I feel like some people really done appreciate his vast cultural impact. He is truly a legend.
  • Apr 20, 2023 ... He is truly a legend. He's an author, professor. He's got so many different titles. And he's also now the chairman at LSU, the African ...

He was truly a legend

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to someone in the past tense.

This phrase is used to describe someone who was widely recognized and admired for their exceptional qualities or achievements in the past.

Examples:

  • He was truly a legend in his time.
  • She was truly a legend in the history of our country.
  • Oct 26, 2023 ... Will never forget him, he was truly a legend. Rest in peace in the arms of our loving savior. Jesus The Christ. Keith Newman ...
  • Aug 15, 2024 ... ... He was truly a legend and we will never forget the powerful impact his life had on all of us!! ❤️ | Facebook. Use Facebook app. tap to use a ...
  • Dec 16, 2022 ... He was truly a legend, and it's wonderful that he was around to enjoy that adulation. Groucho and my dad, Harpo, had a special relationship ...
  • He was truly a legend in Washington. Rest in Peace, Bill. B Becky Pomatto July 14, 2015. I've thought of Bill throughout the years and how he taught me not ...
  • Apr 28, 2017 ... He was truly a legend. I have always believed that nonprofit professionals must understand theory and practice to improve their careers. I ...
  • He was truly a legend and his voice will echo in our hearts always. Deepest condolences to his beloved family. Godspeed Sir. Thank you for the memories. 3 ...
  • Oct 27, 2014 ... He was truly a Legend in fashion, and such a truly lovely person. I can no longer remember who first introduced me to Oscar, if it was ...
  • Jan 1, 2021 ... He was truly a legend who was loved and known by many as Uncle Frank. His iconic garage has always been a place where anyone was welcomed ...

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