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They weren’t there yesterday, were they?
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Narrator
They weren’t there yesterday, were they?
Study notes
How to use in different contexts
Confirming Information
Were they there yesterday? I need to confirm.
Expressing Surprise
They weren't there yesterday? I'm surprised!
Starting a Conversation
They weren't there yesterday, were they? That's strange.
Seeking Clarification
I heard they weren't there yesterday. Is that right?
Rephrased versions
Formal
Their absence was noted yesterday.
Casual
They weren't around yesterday, huh?
Simpler English
They didn't come yesterday.
Phrases to learn
weren't there
Were not present at a particular place.
were they?
A tag question seeking confirmation.