Rewrite this sentence: People say that the late Mr. Jones was very difficult...

[Nguyendavis]

How to rewrite this sentence with the word given.

- People say that the late Mr. Jones was very difficult to work with. (BEEN)

Many thanks!

[Alan]

Hi,

I would suggest: People say that the late Mr. Jones HAD BEEN very difficult to work with. (BEEN)

Alan
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