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I ________ playing the guitar when I was a teenager, but I haven't touched it for years.
I ________ playing the guitar when I was a teenager, but I haven't touched it for years.
By the time I graduated, I ________ staying up late to study for exams.
By the time I graduated, I ________ staying up late to study for exams.
I ________ driving on the left side of the road, but it took me a while to get used to it when I moved to the US.
I ________ driving on the left side of the road, but it took me a while to get used to it when I moved to the US.
I ________ eating spicy food, but I'm getting better at it.
I ________ eating spicy food, but I'm getting better at it.
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By the time I finished college, I ________ studying for hours every day.
By the time I finished college, I ________ studying for hours every day.
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Study Notes
Understanding "Used to" vs. "Be Used to"
- "Used to" expresses a past habit or state that no longer exists.
- Example: "I used to play soccer every weekend" indicates the action is not a current habit.
Usage of "Be Used to"
- "Be used to" signifies familiarity or comfort with a situation or activity.
- Example: "I am used to waking up early" shows one's comfort with the early routine.
Key Differences
- "Used to" + base form of verb = past habit/state.
- "Be used to" + noun/gerund = current familiarity.
Examples for Clarity
- "She used to live in New York." (She doesn't live there now)
- "He is used to the cold weather." (He is familiar with and accustomed to it)
Importance in Communication
- Correctly distinguishing between these phrases enhances clarity in describing past habits versus present levels of comfort.
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Practice your English grammar skills with this quiz, choosing the correct option for each sentence to master the difference between 'used to' and 'be used to' phrases.
