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Discover LudwigThe phrase "were this" is correct and usable in written English
It is typically used in hypothetical or conditional statements, often to introduce a situation that is contrary to fact. Example: "Were this to happen, we would need to reconsider our strategy."
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were this
noun
Something being indicated that is here; one of these.
Exact(55)
But we didn't realise things were THIS bad.
The Bolsheviks were this.
We were this migratory family.
If only box sets were this good.
If only life were this way.
If only belief formation were this simple.
If only history were this much fun!
Similar(4)
"What is this?" "This.
What was this something?
Here is this girl".
What is this worth?
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Since I tried Ludwig back in 2017, I have been constantly using it in both editing and translation. Ever since, I suggest it to my translators at ProSciEditing.

Justyna Jupowicz-Kozak
CEO of Professional Science Editing for Scientists @ prosciediting.com