February 22, 2011, 10:33 AM
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Emerald
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: en el norte de Inglaterra
Posts: 526
Native Language: British English
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Perikles
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The taxi arrived just as I was about to go on foot.
The first is obvious, but the second one is more subtle.
This suggests that I intended to walk to the destination for which the taxi was required. Going for a walk does not suggest a definite destination.
Going for a walk just as the taxi arrived would be a mere coincidence.
Last edited by brute; February 22, 2011 at 10:46 AM.
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