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Old 21-Apr-2006, 10:23
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"I was driving when I saw Cathy" I know is correct how about

1. "When I was driving, I saw Cathy"

For me, when it comes to using "when" in past progressive,it should go with simple past like the first sentence...how about if I change it to " While I was driving, I saw her..Is this correct?Using while instead of when?and is it ok if i use that sentence in formal writing?Thanks!
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Old 21-Apr-2006, 12:05
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Default Re: past progressive

Both are correct , and you may find some of us will say "Whilst" it means the same as while.

"When I was driving, I saw Cathy" (( Correct ))

"While I was driving, I saw Cathy" (( Correct ))
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