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Columbus discovered America in 1492.

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Sentence

Narrator

Columbus discovered America in 1492.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving a Historical Fact

In 1492, Columbus discovered America.

Starting a Discussion

We're learning about Columbus's discovery of America in 1492.

Correcting a Misconception

Actually, Columbus discovered America in 1492, not 1493.

Part of a Larger Narrative

The year 1492 marked a turning point in history, as Columbus discovered America.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Christopher Columbus's discovery of America occurred in the year 1492.

Casual

Columbus found America back in 1492.

Simpler English

America was found by Columbus in 1492.

Phrases to learn

discovered America

To have been the first European to reach the Americas.

in 1492

During the year 1492.