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Was vs were

I wish I were...or I wish I was? Subjunctive mood suggests were but this is not preceded by "if"
  

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"I wish I were" is considered higher register, which is what should be used in a test situation. However, many say "I wish I was". My advice is to use "were" unless everyone around you is using "was".

— CalifJim

  • "I wish I were" is considered higher register, which is what should be used in a test situation.
  • However, many say "I wish I was".
  • My advice is to use "were" unless everyone around you is using "was".
  • When in Rome, do as the Romans.
  • CJ
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"I wish I were" is considered higher register, which is what should be used in a test situation. However, many say "I wish I was". My advice is to use "were" unless everyone around you is using "was". When in Rome, do as the Romans.

CJ
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