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I bought a jacket last week, and it was on sale.

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Sentence

Narrator

I bought a jacket last week, and it was on sale.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

If you're looking for a good deal, try shopping during sales.

Describing Habits

I often look for sales before making big purchases.

Asking About Others

Did you find any good deals on jackets recently?

Sharing Hypotheticals

I would have bought two jackets if they had been on sale.

Rephrased versions

Formal

I purchased a jacket last week at a reduced price.

Casual

I got a jacket on sale last week.

Simpler English

I bought a cheap jacket last week.

Phrases to learn

on sale

Available at a reduced price.

last week

Seven days ago.