dreamed
word · lemma: dream
Definition
Past form of 'dream'. It means experienced images or stories in sleep, or imagined and strongly wanted something in the future.
Usage & Nuances
Both 'dreamed' and 'dreamt' are correct; 'dreamed' is more common in American English, while 'dreamt' is more common in British English. Common patterns: 'dreamed about', 'dreamed of', and 'always dreamed of becoming...'. The sleep meaning and the ambition meaning are both very common.
Example Sentences
I dreamed about my school last night.
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She dreamed of being a doctor.
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We dreamed about the beach during winter.
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I dreamed about that conversation again, and it still felt awkward.
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He dreamed of opening his own café, and now he finally has one.
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Honestly, I never dreamed it would happen this fast.
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