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Old 28-Oct-2006, 15:19
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-I ve never been to Paris.
-I never, either.

Is the usage of either right? (in sentences negative in meaning)
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Old 28-Oct-2006, 15:26
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It has to be used instead of a negative : as well/too


I can't drive
I cant' drive either not I can't drive as well/too
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Old 29-Oct-2006, 01:38
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Originally Posted by tasdibek View Post
-I ve never been to Paris.
-I never, either.

Is the usage of either right? (in sentences negative in meaning)
No.

I've never been, either.
I haven't, either.
I haven't been, either.
Neither have I.
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Old 29-Oct-2006, 03:31
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What about this?
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I never have, either.
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Old 29-Oct-2006, 08:25
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What about this?
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I never have, either.
That's fine.
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