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You went nostalgic- is it correct English?

"Went nostalgic" is grammatically correct, but it might not be the most common or natural way to express that idea in English. Here's why:

* "Went" implies a physical action: "Went" usually describes physical movement. It sounds strange to say someone "went nostalgic" because nostalgia is an emotional state, not a physical place.

* "Felt" is a better choice: It's more natural to say "I felt nostalgic" or "He felt nostalgic." This emphasizes the emotional experience.

* "Became nostalgic" is also good: This emphasizes the change in state, from not being nostalgic to becoming nostalgic.

Here are some examples:

* Instead of: "I went nostalgic looking at old photos."

* Try: "I felt nostalgic looking at old photos."

* Or: "I became nostalgic looking at old photos."

The best choice depends on the context and the specific nuance you want to convey.

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