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I used to think I was smart. vs I used to think I am smart.



 
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I used to think I was smart. vs I used to think I am smart. #1 (permalink) Tue Jun 22, 2010 4:37 am   I used to think I was smart. vs I used to think I am smart.		  
I used to think I was smart.
I used to think I am smart.

Could you guys please tell me the difference between these 2 sentences?
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I used to think I was smart. vs I used to think I am smart. #2 (permalink) Tue Jun 22, 2010 5:20 am   I used to think I was smart. vs I used to think I am smart.		  
The second is odd. Native speakers regress the subordinated verb, especially with the verb 'think'.
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