Adverbs of Past

before the present or specified time

She had already left when I arrived.

at a specific point or period in time previously mentioned

She was a student then, but now she's a professor.

used to express a period from a specific past time up to now or another specified point

I've felt better since I've been here.

at or during a time that is not long ago

We attended a conference recently to stay updated.

lacking motion

The still cat lay on the windowsill, watching the birds outside.

up until the current or given time

She has been studying for hours, and she isn't finished yet.

from the beginning or continuously throughout a period of time

She knew the answer all along but chose not to reveal it until now.

at an earlier time

Guests must submit dietary requests beforehand.

at or during a time that is recent

She has newly joined the company and is eager to contribute.

at a time far in the past

They lived in the ancient city long ago.

from a considerable time before the present or a specified time

He'd long since abandoned the idea.

at a time within the 24-hour period immediately preceding the current day

She submitted the report yesterday.