English grammar questions, answered by Alan
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Sang-heui, Kim
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by Sang-heui, Kim »
Hi, Teacher!
1) Adam has lived in NY.
2) Adam has lived for 10 years in NY.
Which sentence has the meaning that he is living in NY now?
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Alan
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by Alan »
#2, but note that the time phrase (for ten years) should FOLLOW the place phrase!
