Can demonstrative pronouns refer to past events?
Can demonstrative pronouns refer to past events?
Asked by Nishtha Taneja
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1 Answer
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Yes, they are not just restricted to present objects; but can also refer to past events.
For example, “That was a tough week, ” points back to a specific week already experienced. Similarly, “This was one of the saddes moments of my his life” refers to a past event with emotional emphasis. Such usage allows speakers to highlight or emphasize particular memories or incidents.
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