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I always take a long time to vs It always takes me a long time

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'I always take a long time to' is used when talking about your own actions or habits, while 'It always takes me a long time' is used when referring to the time something takes for you to do. They are not directly comparable as they serve different purposes.

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I always take a long time to

This phrase is correct when talking about your own actions or habits.

This phrase is used to express that you consistently require a significant amount of time to do something.
  • I always take a long time to choose my avatar. It's important to make one I really like. It has to be funny. I also like avatars that move. All of the best avatars I've ...
  • Sep 24, 2015 ...I always take a long time to make a solo album. I don't do them very often. I'm from the school that believes in quality over quantity… So I've ...
  • Jan 15, 2016 ... I meant to do this on a whim at the beginning of the week, but it turns out I always take a long time to do anything (I was short of my ~20 hour ...
  • Jul 31, 2015 ... I always take a long time to make albums. Usually the writing and recording part is pretty quick, them comes the two years of self-doubt and ...

It always takes me a long time

This phrase is correct when referring to the time something takes for you to do.

This phrase is used to indicate that a particular task or action consistently requires a significant amount of time for you to complete.
  • Well, it's that time again—spring, and that means spring dresses! Specifically, an Easter dress for my granddaughter. It always takes me a long time to make my ...
  • ... and that means spring dresses! Specifically, an Easter dress for my granddaughter. It always takes me a long time to make my decision before I begin sewing.
  • ... and that means spring dresses! Specifically, an Easter dress for my granddaughter. It always takes me a long time to make my decision before I begin sewing.
  • Jan 11, 2013 ... ... mix of potential applicants--it always takes me a long time to find people suited well to the company, and therefore, even worth interviewing.

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