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Heralding Heretic Posted 11 years ago
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was + ...ing use

Greetings and salutations,

Which of the following sentences is preferable?

I was overwhelmed by the sheer dullness that "emanated" from the office walls.

or

I was overwhelmed by the sheer dullness that "was emanating" from the office walls.

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Heralding Heretic Which of the following sentences is preferable? They are both fine; it is the author's choice. The second emphasizes duration.

— Mister Micawber

  • Heralding Heretic Which of the following sentences is preferable?
  • They are both fine; it is the author's choice.
  • The second emphasizes duration.
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Heralding HereticWhich of the following sentences is preferable?
They are both fine; it is the author's choice. The second emphasizes duration.
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