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Anonymous Posted 14 years ago
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has previously been

Hello,

He has been previously assigned to the marekting team.

He has previously been assigned to the marketing team.

Which is correct?

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#2 is the usual adverb placement. However, the word 'previously' (= 'before now') makes present perfect sound awkward here—at least without further context. '

— Mister Micawber

  • #2 is the usual adverb placement.
  • However, the word 'previously' (= 'before now') makes present perfect sound awkward here—at least without further context.
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#2 is the usual adverb placement. However, the word 'previously' (= 'before now') makes present perfect sound awkward here—at least without further context. I suggest: 'He was previously assigned...'
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