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Present simple or Present Continues

 We use the Present Simple for regular
actions or events.
I watch TV most evenings.

 Facts.
The sun rises in the east.

 Facts know about the future.
The plane leaves at 5.00 in the morning.

 Thoughts and feelings about the time of
speaking.

I don't understand.

 We use the Present Continuous at the time of

speaking ('now').

I'm watching a movie on TV.

 Things which are true at the moment but not

always.

I'm looking for a new job.

 Present plans for the future.
I'm taking my husband to New York for his birthday.
Look at these sentences:

- I usually don't drink coffee but I'm having one
this morning because there is nothing else.

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