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Originally Posted by pureapak View Post
@ Farrah

'Used to' is applied to the action that was a habit in the past and is dead at present.
but a habit that has its origin in the past and is continuing up to date is denoted by present indefinite tense...

So here Present indefinite indicates same kina of habit..

'Fortnightly' would therefore be an appropriate option....
What do you think ?
Present Indefinite tense has a very narrow scope. It cannot absorb the sayings of Weeks, Months or Years. Something, though started in the past, yet is still happening with continuity. Daily befits the above statement bacause it is indicative of some routine work. However, May the fellows who have selected the options other than Daily be also awarded with marks.
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