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  1. Will happen/ will be happening - WordReference Forums

    May 3, 2018 · Hello, I have a very easy question, I know that will be happening is more like something will be unfolding over a certain period of time or it is absolutely certain that it will be happening. But …

  2. What happened or what was happening - WordReference Forums

    May 10, 2013 · Hi Everyone Which is correct: -I was reading a book last night when I heard my sister shouting -What happened? - She was doing the washing-up when a plate broke and she cut her …

  3. Are there any words I can use to disambiguate "biweekly"?

    Dec 5, 2011 · We have two words for events occurring in periods of years - biannual meaning twice a year, and biennial meaning once every two years. However, my colleagues talk about having …

  4. Word for something happening after it is mentioned

    Dec 20, 2018 · When something happens when it, or something related to it, was previously mentioned. It doesn't necessarily have to be wished. It is almost similar to "speaking of the devil". My friend …

  5. Always has been / has always been - English Language & Usage Stack …

    Aug 6, 2020 · I'm deeply sorry for my poor english skills but I need to know. :( Can I answer: "It always has been happening" after the sentence: "This is happening because of you" ?

  6. Past simple + past simple = happening at the same time

    Sep 2, 2022 · Yes. Two actions happening at the same time or occupying the same duration is the usual meaning of "when". You don't have to keep on asking the same question; the answer does not …

  7. [Grammar] - what have been happening or what has been happening ...

    May 13, 2013 · When I read "have been happening" I think "things have been happening" but when I read: "what has been happening" it invites me to think that "only one thing has been happening". …

  8. Is there a Latin-derived phrase for something happening 'in reverse ...

    Sep 8, 2025 · Is there a Latin-derived phrase for something happening 'in reverse', ie oppositely from the expected direction of change? Ask Question Asked 9 months ago Modified 4 months ago

  9. Term for "Every 2 weeks"? [duplicate] - English Language & Usage …

    Feb 23, 2012 · Possible Duplicate: Are there any words I can use to disambiguate “biweekly”? Is there a term two designate a frequency of "every two weeks", like …

  10. Two things happening or existing simultaneously

    Mar 2, 2022 · Can someone explain whether it is correct to use the following words when speaking of two things (rather than persons) existing or happening at the same time? What word can be used in …