twas Definition
contraction of 'it was'.
Using twas: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "twas" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.'
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'Twas a dark and stormy night.'
Example
'Twas a pleasure meeting you.'
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Summary: twas in Brief
'Twas [twɑːz] is a contraction of 'it was'. It is commonly used in poetry, songs, and literature to maintain meter and rhyme. Examples include 'Twas the night before Christmas' and 'Twas a pleasure meeting you.'
