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Musicgold Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Laundry

Hi,



I am sure that these are not commonly used expressions by native speakers. Could you please suggest alternatives for these?



1. Would the clothes have been washed by the machine ?

2. Would the washing have been done?

3. Would the load have dried?



Thanks,



MG.
  

Top answer

Is the washer finished? Are the clothes dry? Is that load done?

— BarbaraPA

  • Is the washer finished?
  • Are the clothes dry?
  • Is that load done?
  • Has all the laundry been done?
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Is the washer finished?
Is the dryer done?Are the clothes dry?

Is that load done? Has all the laundry been done?
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Thanks GG.
Grammar GeekIs the washer finished?Is the dryer done?Are the clothes dry?Is that load done? Has all the laundry been done?

These questions seem suitable when the other person knows if the laundry is done.

Whereas in my situation both people have no idea if the laundry is done. In fact, they are away from the laundry room. One person i
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You can use 'I wonder if...'. I think it sounds better if you also add 'yet' to the end of the question.

I wonder if the washer's finished yet?
I wonder if the clothes are dry yet?
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