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Question by alexoxox (5)

When is a shift in verb tense allowable?

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Answer by patti (29325)

A shift if verb tense is only acceptable when it is used properly to support the meaning the story or communication.

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Answer by HelpChat (494)

Verb tenses indicate when an action happens. Shifting the verb tense is allowable if it will make the time-frame of the verb match the event. For example: "I need to run to the store," indicates the future. When you get back you might say that, "I ran there."

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