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What is the difference between wait and waiting ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between wait and waiting ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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- English (UK)
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I wait for the school bus everyday.
I am waiting for my pizza right now.
I wait for my children every morning.
I am waiting for my appointment at the moment.
Infinitive verbs are a regular action. Weekly, daily, monthly etc.
Continuous verbs (-ing verbs) are a short action. Not a regular event and don't last long.
I hope this helps!
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