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Old 06-Dec-2008, 14:55
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Default the difference between "could not" and " can not"?

What is the difference between "could not" and " can not"?
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Old 06-Dec-2008, 14:58
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Default Re: the difference between "could not" and " can not"?

'I could not go yesterday as I had to work late'
'I can not go today as I have another appointment.'
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