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Old 06-Nov-2006, 11:54
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Default Re: used to / would
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Originally Posted by John James View Post
What is the ratio of usage between 'used to' and 'would' for past habits or conditions?
Used to is a past habit, whereas would shows a kind of wish in the past.
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