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THE PRESENT CONTINUOUS FOR FUTURE EVENTS
The present continuous
can be used to talk “At the moment” shows the Present continuous refers
action refers to the present.
to Dave’s present activity.
about pre-arranged
future events. Time
markers usually show
whether the event is in
the present or future.
Time clause “tomorrow” shows Present continuous refers to a
the action refers to the future. future event that is planned.

NOW TOMORROW

HOW TO FORM

SUBJECT PRESENT CONTINUOUS FUTURE TIME PHRASE

FURTHER EXAMPLES

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