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Alc24 Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

2 WHEN in a sentence

Can you have 2 WHENS in a sentence?

1 When crossing your legs when sitting down, make sure....
2 When crossing your legs while sitting down, make sure....
3 When lying on your back when/while sleeping, be sure to....

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You can -- grammatically. But it may be a little awkward stylistically. It depends on the sentence.

— CalifJim

  • You can -- grammatically.
  • But it may be a little awkward stylistically.
  • It depends on the sentence.
  • Your examples don't seem particularly objectionable.
  • CJ
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You can -- grammatically. But it may be a little awkward stylistically. It depends on the sentence.

Your examples don't seem particularly objectionable.

CJ
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