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they were good times vs it was good times

The correct phrase is 'they were good times.' In this case, 'they' refers to the times being described as good. 'It was good times' is incorrect because 'times' is a plural noun, while 'it' refers to something singular.
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they were good times

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to describe past experiences or memories that were enjoyable or positive. 'They' refers to the times being described.

Examples:

  • They were good times when we used to go on family vacations every summer.
  • They were good times spent with friends during college.
  • They were good times filled with laughter and joy.
  • Sep 23, 2021 ... Provided to YouTube by Believe SAS They Were Good Times · Toydrum · James Hosmer Griffith · Pablo Spencer Clements · James Hosmer Griffith ...
  • Jan 21, 2024 ... because i did they were good times... Other. r/Brawlstars - did ...
  • Learn the definition of 'They were good times'. Check out the pronunciation, synonyms and grammar. Browse the use examples 'They were good times' in the ...
  • they were good times. Good times, indeed. Last summer, I set out to give my kids the kind of summer I grew up loving. We made sure their bikes were ready to ...
  • Dec 7, 2018 ... ... They were Good Times , But I Enjoy Being on Stage more Now. There is no Set Routine and I can Hand Taylor My Show for any Audience. | Facebook ...
  • Feb 19, 2024 ... Hopefully, they were good times. A question came in from Jacob- sort of an extended question I have condensed- and a common question. Jacob ...
  • Jan 1, 1995 ... They were good times playing with my friends. With Post 6, I was taking batting practice in Albemarle [North Carolina] and I hit a couple of ...
  • Jun 11, 2014 ... Check out Free Pizza Day at Blaze Louisville, KY. They were good times, good times indeed.
  • Apr 10, 2023 ... They were good times. Sending Prayers for comfort during this difficult time. Rod Frye. Apr 13, 2023. It's been a long time since I've seen ...

it was good times

This phrase is incorrect in English.

  • Nov 14, 2023 ... 419 likes, 27 comments - danecook on November 14, 2023: "I went live on IG it was good times.".
  • May 20, 2024 ... It was good times with our friend Bob VanKirk @4seasonsfarmllc during the World Devon Congress farm visit. We are looking forward to getting ...
  • Aug 16, 2023 ... ... Trailer_Park_Stink. • 1y ago •. In the Nashvile area, it was "Good Times, Great Oldies 96.3". Upvote 11. Downvote Reply reply
  • Dec 12, 2023 ... We knew it was good times. Things that went well: WWII, Korea, and Vietnam had been exactly a generation apart. Gen X was the first to not ...
  • Jun 21, 2015 ... But it was good times, great times actually. 19519_10206861290876895_8824355158736753306_n. So, Dillon, you obviously didn't start playing ...
  • May 25, 2010 ... It was good times, sadly the weather could have been nicer on Sat night! Good to meet you. Posted by: WJM (5657) on 2010-05-24 07:28:58. In ...
  • Sep 4, 2024 ... It was good times. Did a few shows in SLC. I couldn't do much with the music world because I had a little boy to raise. Having him kept me ...
  • And so did we .It was good times by all. When I think about it, I am so prevliged to know Mike & Camerone . I must say that I didn't know Michael very long ...

Alternatives:

  • It was a good time.
  • It was a good period.
  • It was a good era.
  • It was a good phase.

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