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No sooner had the plane landed than passengers started clapping.

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No sooner had the plane landed than passengers started clapping.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Narrating an Event

The plane had barely touched down when the passengers erupted in applause.

Describing a Reaction

The moment the wheels hit the runway, a wave of clapping swept through the cabin.

Comparing Situations

Unlike the previous flight, this one saw immediate applause upon landing.

Adding Emphasis

The plane hadn't even fully stopped before the passengers began their enthusiastic clapping.

Rephrased versions

Formal

Immediately upon the aircraft's landing, the passengers commenced applause.

Casual

As soon as the plane landed, everyone started clapping.

Simpler English

The passengers clapped right after the plane landed.

Phrases to learn

no sooner...than

As soon as; immediately after.

started clapping

Began to applaud.