What does "Used to be" mean?

was previously

Synonym: formerly, previously Opposite: currently, now

"Used to be" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Didn't you used to be a cop, Jake?

Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E1

You know, I used to be a purty good whistler.

Cars

They used to be such a happy family.

Desperate Housewives S1E5

Now, it used to be I ran to get where I was going.

Forrest Gump

Rachel: Now, she used to be a man.

Friends S1E19

We used to be best buddies

Frozen 1

Used to be a boy, now it's a girl.

Game of Thrones S2E8

MY FATHER USED TO BE ONE OF THOSE GUYS.

Gilmore Girls S1E8

"Used to be" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 17 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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