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  1. 18-Jan-2013, 19:06 #1
    SoftyAriel
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    Question How long beforethe mechanic arrives?

    Is it correct to ask the following question: "How long before the mechanic arrives?"
    And what would it mean?
    Thank you.
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  2. 18-Jan-2013, 19:19 #2
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    Default Re: How long beforethe mechanic arrives?

    Quote Originally Posted by SoftyAriel View Post
    Is it correct to ask the following question: "How long before the mechanic arrives?"
    And what would it mean?
    Thank you.
    The question is fine (bueno). How much time will pass before the mechanic comes to this location?
    Last edited by emsr2d2; 18-Jan-2013 at 19:41.
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