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  1. 22-Jul-2011, 14:05 #1
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    Default I have been waiting while rain stops

    I have been waiting while rain stops

    Is it correct?
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    Default Re: I have been waiting while rain stops

    Quote Originally Posted by Paulys View Post
    I have been waiting while rain stops

    Is it correct?
    No.

    I have been waiting until the rain stops.
    I am waiting until the rain stops.
    I have been/am waiting for the rain to stop.
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