なり
Meanings
Particle
1. or something; for instance ... (though there are other suitable options)
Why don't you talk to a teacher or something?
2. ... or ...
usu. in the form ...なり...なり
Please contact me by phone or email.
3. as soon as; right after
after dictionary form verb
She, who had suddenly looked up, smiled as soon as she saw me.
4. while still; with previous state still in effect
after past tense verb
He left home and never came back.
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Examples (21 in total)
This is an immutable truth.
As soon as she saw me, she started to laugh.
Why don't you talk to a teacher or something?
Please contact me by phone or email.
He left home and never came back.
My son went out this morning and still hasn't come back.
As soon as I get home, I start observing the cherry blossoms.
As soon as I get to the classroom, my friends press me for answers.
As soon as I arrived at the square, I let out a cry of admiration.
We need to think about whether to reform it or use it as is.
It is something that can be resolved by either buying it or borrowing it from an acquaintance.
If you're hot, you could just open a window or something.
As soon as I entered the office, I was greeted by all the staff members.
He came into the room with his shoes still on.
And then, upon seeing the king's expression, he was struck speechless.
You can take a bus or a taxi to the station.
If you need me, you could just call or something!
Detain me, lock me up, whatever you like.
Tom and Mary started talking as soon as they both entered the room.
She, who had suddenly looked up, smiled as soon as she saw me.
On encountering the celebrity, the fans asked for his autograph.