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My car key was . vs My car keys was

Both phrases are incorrect. The correct form should be 'my car key was' or 'my car keys were'. The first phrase is incorrect due to the missing verb 'was', and the second phrase is incorrect because 'keys' should be followed by 'were' instead of 'was'.

Last updated: March 15, 2024 • 753 views

My car key was .

This phrase is incorrect. It is missing the verb 'was'.

The correct form should be 'my car key was'.
  • Car Key Locksmith in Maryland. My car key was working perfectly, now it will fit into my ignition and turn it but the vehicle will not start. What could be the problem  ...
  • My car key was stuck in the door lock. Henry was very quick to arrive after we called him. He was straightforward with costs. He gave me an estimate of his ...
  • My car key was lost at Walt Disney World, and I called Advance Auto Locksmith to make me a replacement key. The technician, Rick Darren, took an hour to ...
  • Called Greenkey Locksmith on a Sunday upon finding that my car key was nowhere to be found after our Disneyland trip. Ms. Connie is such a sweetheart over ...

Alternatives:

  • my car key was missing.
  • my car key was lost.
  • my car key was found.
  • my car key was broken.
  • my car key was in the ignition.

My car keys was

This phrase is incorrect. 'Keys' should be followed by 'were' instead of 'was'.

The correct form should be 'my car keys were'.
  • Losing my car keys was difficult for me. Kenny's Locksmith really worked with me at an affordable rate. I shopped around a lot before I decided to go with this ...
  • We probably should have literally shot them, because the first thing they did upon obtaining my car keys was to allege the car wouldn't start. This would be a ...
  • I miss you kewhon i remember when you asked me were my car keys was ... cause lil man wanted some ice cream after i handed you the keys keshawn said he ...
  • They were a little too fond of fire. And perhaps a little bit killy. They got fresh with Angel Barbie. I blame the alcohol. Stealing my car keys was really the last straw.

Alternatives:

  • my car keys were missing.
  • my car keys were found.
  • my car keys were in the ignition.
  • my car keys were stolen.
  • my car keys were misplaced.

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