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be busy doing sth
Grammatically speaking,what does 'doing' work as in this phrase?
Feb 26, 2025 1:09 AM
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It is the present continuous tense. 'I am busy writing this note to you.'
Past continuous tense: 'I was busy cooking dinner when the phone rang.'
To be busy = to be actively occupied with a particular task.
Feb 26, 2025 12:48 PM
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