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Wowenglish Posted 15 years ago
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I wonder if there is subtle diffference between "1" and"2".
1. I don't want you to see that boy again.
2. I don't want you seeing that boy again.
1. I don't want you to see that boy again.
2. I don't want you seeing that boy again.
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Is this a test? While both may be considered correct, I prefer to use #1.
- Is this a test?
- While both may be considered correct, I prefer to use #1.
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Is this a test? 
While both may be considered correct, I prefer to use #1.
While both may be considered correct, I prefer to use #1.
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Both are OK and common enough. There is no difference in intent. The first stresses the fact; the second stresses the activity.
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