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I am taken today off work vs I am taking off work

The correct phrase is "I am taking off work." The phrase "I am taken today off work" is incorrect. The correct phrase indicates that the speaker is choosing to take time off work, while the incorrect phrase awkwardly suggests that someone else is making that decision for them.
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Last updated: October 26, 2024 • 13525 views

I am taken today off work

This phrase is incorrect and not commonly used in English.

The phrase suggests that someone else is making the decision for the speaker to take time off work, which is not the intended meaning.

I am taking off work

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase indicates that the speaker is choosing to take time off work.
  • Feb 28, 2019 ... I am taking off work tomorrow to read it. Upvote
  • Nov 23, 2021 ... I am taking off work and getting started on all the cooking we have to do. I seriously can't believe how quick this year has gone. It ...
  • Oct 17, 2024 ... I am taking off work as well. My plan is to keep my preorder with Amazon and either go to the midnight release at B&N or just go to B&N ...
  • Nov 18, 2010 ... This week for example, I am taking off work all Friday to attend this CPR/AED certification class. I lifted Monday and Wed. Should I hit the ...
  • Mar 31, 2011 ... Mission1: My son is on spring break so I am taking off work for some quality father/son time. Mission 1 is to take him carpin. We will head ...
  • Mar 12, 2007 ... Guess I will buy both or wait for another contestant since I am taking off work tomorrow to solve this newby problem. I sincerly apperciate ...
  • Feb 2, 2007 ... So, today I am taking off work, and recuperating. Just need to unwind. Pictures of the dentist freaking out at me flash through my head, but ...
  • Nov 1, 2007 ... The blood was bright red in places and they were alot that looked like it was foaming and had alot of bubbles in it.I am taking off work ...
  • Aug 23, 2001 ... I am taking off work early so I can see it 2 times on Friday! WOOHOO! I also plan to see it once on Sat, and once on Sun... tying my all ...
  • Sep 26, 2006 ... Tomorrow, I am taking off work for the funeral then will go to school. Since that will be 2 days off this pay period (Friday with tooth, and ...

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