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#2 (permalink) Sat Jun 07, 2008 13:25 pm adverbs of Frequency |
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Hi Sultano
Are you by any chance referring primarily to the use of 'always' with the present continuous? . _________________ "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." ~ Abraham Lincoln |
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Yankee I'm a Communicator ;-)

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#3 (permalink) Sat Jun 07, 2008 14:42 pm adverbs of Frequency |
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yes. I'm always doing something. I'm always losing things.
Is it true that using " always " shows ths speaker's disaproval?
are there any adverb of frequency used with present continuous? |
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Sultano I'm here quite often ;-)
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#4 (permalink) Sat Jun 07, 2008 15:08 pm adverbs of Frequency |
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Hi Sultano
Words such as always, constantly, endlessly, forever can be used with the present continuous to emphasize repetitive action. This usage frequently indicates irritation or frustration. It may indicate disapproval, and it can also be a complaint.
- You're always claiming to be better than everyone else. - He's forever losing his keys. - My car is constantly breaking down. . _________________ "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power." ~ Abraham Lincoln |
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Yankee I'm a Communicator ;-)

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