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Enchanted Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

Subjunctive

Hello:

I would think a direct approach would be best.

Is this some kind of subjunctive? I am not quite sure about either of these two woulds.
thanks,
ench.
  

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The second would is a simple conditional. The first one is a modal of some kind that in my mind indicates lack of conviction, and not the best of English grammar, although quite common.

— Philip

  • The second would is a simple conditional.
  • The first one is a modal of some kind that in my mind indicates lack of conviction, and not the best of English grammar, although quite common.
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The second would is a simple conditional. The first one is a modal of some kind that in my mind indicates lack of conviction, and not the best of English grammar, although quite common.
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