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That show was better than I thought. vs That show was better then I thought

The correct phrase is: 'that show was better than I thought.' The word 'than' is used to make comparisons, while 'then' is used to indicate time or sequence. In this case, 'than' is the correct choice to compare the show's quality to the speaker's expectations.

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That show was better than I thought.

This phrase is correct. 'Than' is used to make comparisons, and in this case, it is comparing the show's quality to the speaker's expectations.

Use 'than' when making comparisons between two things or ideas. In this context, 'than' is used to compare the quality of the show to the speaker's initial thoughts.
  • Dec 22, 2013 ... What can I say, I'm a sucker for sports cartoons and that show was better than I thought it would be. I have some serious problems with Attack ...

That show was better then I thought

This phrase is incorrect. 'Then' is used to indicate time or sequence, not for making comparisons. The correct word to use in this context is 'than.'

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