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in an earlier period
- She was formerly a teacher before pursuing a career in journalism.
在从事新闻事业之前，她以前是一名教师。
- Jane formerly lived in Paris before relocating to London for her new job.
简以前住在巴黎，后来因为新工作搬到了伦敦。
- The building, formerly a bank, has been converted into a trendy art gallery.
这座建筑以前是一家银行，现已改建为一家时尚的艺术画廊。
- Formerly, the company operated under a different name.
以前，该公司以不同的名称运营。
- The town was formerly a quiet village, but it has transformed into a bustling city.
这个城镇以前是一个安静的村庄，但现在已经变成了一个繁华的城市。