〜かと思うと
Formation
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Variations
〜かと思ったら
Meaning
Indicates that almost immediately after one event occurs, another event happens. It often carries a nuance of surprise or unexpectedness.
Examples
空が急に暗くなったかと思うと、激しい雨が降り出した。
No sooner had the sky suddenly turned dark than it started raining heavily.
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