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Stop

-Stop doing that! It hurts.
-Don't do that! It hurts.

Do they mean the same?
  

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Both sentences are correct, but they may have a slightly different meaning, depending on the context in which they are used. ” is used while the action in question is taking place. ” can be used in the same context, but you cal also use it before the action starts.

  • Both sentences are correct, but they may have a slightly different meaning, depending on the context in which they are used.
  • ” is used while the action in question is taking place.
  • ” can be used in the same context, but you cal also use it before the action starts.
  • ” in an attempt to make that person change their mind before they start performing the action.
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Both sentences are correct, but they may have a slightly different meaning, depending on the context in which they are used.
“Stop doing that!” is used while the action in question is taking place.
“Don’t do that!” can be used in the same context, but you cal also use it before the action starts. For example, you see someone is going to do something you consider wrong or bad, you may sa

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