he was an artist

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he was an artist(
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. fue artista
What did grandpa do when he was younger? - He was an artist in his home country of Yugoslavia.¿A qué se dedicaba el abuelo cuando era más joven? - Fue artista en su país natal en Yugoslavia.
b. era artista
Why does your neighbor know so much about the history of art? - He was an artist before he retired.¿Por qué tu vecino sabe tanto sobre la historia del arte? - Era artista antes de jubilarse.
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