Anonymous Posted 18 years ago
Grammar
"Should really" or "really should?"
Which is correct? "Really should," or "should really," and why?
Top answer
Hi, Generally speaking, both are OK. Clive
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Neither is incorrect, although their usage can be different according to the context in which they are used.
For example:
1. You should really get yourself a job.
2. You really should get yourself a job.
To me, the second of these is more emphatic or insistent.
For example:
1. You should really get yourself a job.
2. You really should get yourself a job.
To me, the second of these is more emphatic or insistent.
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