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PreciousJones Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

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We fought about her before because he said things that made him sound like he's single.

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We fought about her before because he said things that made him sound like he was single.

Are both correct? Whats the difference.
  

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The 2nd is standard regression with reported speech, that is all. I think you mean 'fought over her'.

— Mister Micawber

  • The 2nd is standard regression with reported speech, that is all.
  • I think you mean 'fought over her'.
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The 2nd is standard regression with reported speech, that is all. I think you mean 'fought over her'.
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Mister MicawberThe 2nd is standard regression with reported speech, that is all. I think you mean 'fought over her'.
Thank you for always coming through w/ your expertise Mister Micawber. I know I can always count on you.

What is standard regression with reported speech tho?
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