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was not closed vs is not closed

Both "was not closed" and "is not closed" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Was not closed" is used to refer to a past event or situation, while "is not closed" is used to talk about the current status or condition of something.

Last updated: March 27, 2024

was not closed

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to a past event or situation.

Use "was not closed" when talking about something that remained open in the past but is now closed.

Examples:

  • The door was not closed when I left the house this morning.

Alternatives:

  • had not been closed
  • had not closed
  • was left open
  • remained open

is not closed

This phrase is correct and commonly used to talk about the current status or condition of something.

Use "is not closed" to indicate that something is currently open or not shut.

Examples:

  • The store is not closed yet, so we can still go shopping.

Alternatives:

  • remains open
  • has not been closed
  • is still open
  • has not closed

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