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The phrase "wished there was" is grammatically correct and can be used in written English.
It is typically used to express a desire or hope for something that is not currently true or possible. Example: "I wished there was more time in the day to finish all of my tasks."
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How I wished there was someone out there who understood.
Still, I wished there was something I could give her.
He added that he wished "there was more of an emphasis on trying to learn".
For one thing, he wished there was a stronger program in basic Islamic teaching.
I always wished there was this mystical figure I could talk to.
"They wished there was something locally that would acknowledge and memorialize their loved ones".
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But he said he wished there were clearer guidelines.
I wish there was.
We wish there was an explanation".
I wish there was a simple answer.
No, I wish there was.
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