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TeacherJapan Posted 10 years ago
Grammar

When I was a student

When you want to convey the same meaning as "when I was a student," do you use both prepositions?

1) When I was in school, I was often bullied.
2) When I was at school, I was often bullied.
  

Top answer

Both are used. At school is more common in Britain and in school is commonly used in America. CB

  • Both are used.
  • At school is more common in Britain and in school is commonly used in America.
  • CB
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Both are used. At school is more common in Britain and in school is commonly used in America.

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oh, I see! I now understand:) Thank you again:)

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