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Old 06-Sep-2007, 16:02
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Default Quick question about "i usen't be"

Is this correct english?

I usen't be allowed to play soccer.
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Old 06-Sep-2007, 16:10
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Default Re: Quick question about "i usen't be"

Oops, I posted that question and I meant to ask about "I usen't to be"

I usen't to be allowed play soccer.
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Old 06-Sep-2007, 22:47
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Bump, sorry it's important :(
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Old 06-Sep-2007, 23:45
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Default Re: Quick question about "i usen't be"

I would say it is not uncommon in spoken English. In written English, I would spell out "used not to be".
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