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was known for a long time ago vs for a long time ago

The phrase 'was known for a long time ago' is incorrect in English. The correct phrase is 'for a long time ago.' The addition of 'was known' in the first phrase is redundant and grammatically incorrect.

Last updated: March 21, 2024 • 1370 views

was known for a long time ago

This phrase is incorrect in English. The use of 'was known' in this context is redundant and grammatically incorrect.

The correct phrase is 'for a long time ago' without the unnecessary 'was known.'

Alternatives:

  • for a long time ago

for a long time ago

This phrase is correct in English and can be used to refer to something that happened or existed in the distant past.

Use 'for a long time ago' to indicate a period in the past that extends over a significant duration.

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