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I used to play badminton in school, but now I prefer tennis.

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Sentence

Narrator

I used to play badminton in school, but now I prefer tennis.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

If you're looking for a new sport, try tennis; it's a great alternative to badminton.

Describing Habits

My favorite sport changed over time; I used to play badminton, but now I focus on tennis.

Asking About Others

Did you play any racquet sports in school? What do you prefer now?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I hadn't discovered tennis, I might still be playing badminton.

Rephrased versions

Formal

My previous participation in badminton has been superseded by a preference for tennis.

Casual

I switched from badminton to tennis. Tennis is way more fun!

Simpler English

I played badminton, but now I like tennis better.

Phrases to learn

used to play

To regularly engage in an activity in the past, but not anymore.

prefer tennis

To like tennis more than other options.