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Jan 2022
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How to use WISH and HOPE correctly

SHAYNA OLIVEIRA
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Today I'm going to explain the difference between wish and hope and how to use these words correctly in English – with lots of examples. I hope you put this into practice so that you remember the difference and you don't mix up these two words like a lot of English learners do.

For more lessons like this one, make sure to download my e-book, 600+ confusing English words explained, because it will make the differences between confusing words clear to you.

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