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erstwhile
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/ˈɜːst.waɪl/
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/ˈɜrst.waɪl/
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Explain the difference between *erstwhile* as an adjective and as an adverb.
Compare *erstwhile*, *former*, and *previous* in meaning and usage.
Explain the tone and typical contexts of *erstwhile*.
Show how *erstwhile* is used in “the erstwhile president,” and give three similar examples.
Give five natural collocations with *erstwhile* and translate them into Russian.
Explain where *erstwhile* can appear in a sentence when used as an adverb.
Create a short B2-level exercise to practise using *erstwhile*.
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