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Anonymous Posted 12 years ago
Grammar

PAST PERFECT WITH BEFORE

Hello teracher

Could you explain me the difference between these 2 sentences even if their meaning is very close. In which case can they be used.?

I signed before I changed my mind.

I signed before I had changed my mind.
  

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The first could have two meanings: 1. I signed and then in changed my mind. 2.

— Fivejedjon

  • The first could have two meanings: 1.
  • I signed and then in changed my mind.
  • 2.
  • I signed quickly in case I should change my mind.
  • The second is awkward.
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The first could have two meanings:

1. I signed and then in changed my mind.
2. I signed quickly in case I should change my mind.

The second is awkward.
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