The present continuous
The present continuous
We use the present continuous to talk about:
1. Something which is happening at the moment of speaking.
I'm reading the Grammar referance page.
2. Something which is happening around now but not necessarily at the moment of
speaking.
I'm reading a lot of detective novels these days.
3. A changing situation.
Computers are getting faster and faster.
4. Something which happens often and annoys us.
My boss is always asking me to stay late.
The present simple
We use the present simple to talk about:
1. A routine or a habit.
Jim always sets the alarm for 7.30.
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