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i was going to catch the taxi vs I was going to catch the cab

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. 'Taxi' and 'cab' are interchangeable terms for a vehicle used to transport passengers for hire. The choice between 'taxi' and 'cab' is a matter of personal preference or regional variation.

Last updated: March 31, 2024

i was going to catch the taxi

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker intended to take a taxi for transportation.

Examples:

  • I was going to catch the taxi, but it started raining, so I decided to walk instead.

Alternatives:

  • I was going to take the taxi
  • I was going to hail a taxi
  • I was going to call a taxi
  • I was going to ride in the taxi

I was going to catch the cab

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker intended to take a cab for transportation.

Examples:

  • I was going to catch the cab, but my friend offered me a ride instead.

Alternatives:

  • I was going to take the cab
  • I was going to hail a cab
  • I was going to call a cab
  • I was going to ride in the cab

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