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thienly.esl

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Hi!
Can any one tell me if "will" could be used in the if clause???
please help me! :-(!
 

David L.

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If you would be so kind as to post a few sentences where you think 'will' may or may not be correct, (then) it would be helpful.
If you will persist in making all that noise, (then) I will have no alternative but to ...
 
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In addition to DavidL's example, where it is used to show that someone's behaviour is obstinate, persistent, etc, it can be used when negotiating with someone:
If you will stay late tonight, I will do it tomorrow.
(It balances and makes both sides equal)
 
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