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jarek2011
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prepositions
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I �ve got a question concerning prepositions. What preposition would you use in negative sentences using Present Perfect e.g.
I haven �t studied English ......... 2 days.
My guess is "for" or "in" but I am not sure since "for" is commonly used in positive sentences with Present Perfect (I have lived here FOR 5 years).
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30 Apr 2013
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yanogator
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Jarek, You �re right that "in" sounds a little more natural in a negative sentence, although "for" is also correct. Bruce |
30 Apr 2013
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jarek2011
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then both prepositions are correct. thank you for your help in the time of need :) |
30 Apr 2013
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cunliffe
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Yes, both are correct. �In � implies that you are annoyed with yourself: you really should have been studying English. �For � is just the statement. Who is Michael? Have I missed something??? |
30 Apr 2013
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jarek2011
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thank you very much for your answers! |
30 Apr 2013
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yanogator
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Lynn, I think I �m the one who missed something. Bruce |
30 Apr 2013
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edrodmedina
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LOL... There �s no Michael...I was just messing w/u. Ed |
30 Apr 2013
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Apodo
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Has everyone noticed what a blank look Ed has on his face lately?
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1 May 2013
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