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Postmodernbliss Posted 11 years ago
Grammar
What is the correct verb tense for this sentence
Many kind thanks for anyone who can answer the following question: which of the following seems more grammatically correct?
Even if the U.S. gets any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.
If the U.S. were to get any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.
Is it appropriate to use 'even if' in this subjunctive mood/hypothetical question?
Also, which is grammatically correct?
Even if the U.S. gets any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.
If the U.S. were to get any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.
Is it appropriate to use 'even if' in this subjunctive mood/hypothetical question?
Also, which is grammatically correct?
Top answer
S. were to get any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003. The one above is "more correct" grammatically.
- S.
- were to get any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.
- The one above is "more correct" grammatically.
- Note that "even" is optional.
- Use it or not, as you wish.
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postmodernbliss (Even) if the U.S. were to get any support, it would be less than America's invasion of Iraq in 2003.The one above is "more correct" grammatically. Note that "even" is optional. Use it or not, as you wish.
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Postmodernbliss
Thank you for your reply. I have been on this site for many years, and you have generously taken your time to answer my questions, as well as many others. I truly appreciate your assistance.
Best regards.
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