The past tense form of the verb "sink" is "sank." When talking about something that happened in the past and involves something going downward, like a sinking ship or a rock sinking to the bottom of a lake, we use "sank" to indicate that action.
The verb "sink" is interesting because it not only describes a physical action of something going downward, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe a feeling or state of being. For example, a person can say "I sank into despair" to express a deep sadness or hopelessness. In this metaphorical sense, we still use "sank" as the past tense form.
So, whether you're talking about a physical object going down or an emotional state, remember to use "sank" when referring to the past tense of "sink."
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