なり
Meanings
Particle
1. or something; for instance ... (though there are other suitable options)
2. ... or ...
usu. in the form ...なり...なり
3. as soon as; right after
after dictionary form verb
4. while still; with previous state still in effect
after past tense verb
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Examples (4 in total)
This is an immutable truth.
As soon as she saw me, she started to laugh.
Tom and Mary started talking as soon as they both entered the room.
On encountering the celebrity, the fans asked for his autograph.