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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 • 616 views

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.
  • I was going to catch the bus.
  • I could smell fuel, and I thought I was going to catch fire and burn.
  • I was going to catch your pet and turn her over to the authorities, collect whatever bounty was due.
  • I knew I had to get to the bus quickly if I was going to catch all of you trying to give me the surprise party I've always dreamed of.
  • He was going to catch the mainland ferry.
  • As I was going to the taxi cab to get Elwood's things, this awful man stepped out, he was a white slaver, I know he was.
  • Not what I was going to say.
  • I was going to tell you.
  • I was going to Michigan, I was going to play soccer.
  • I was going to go sailing this weekend with Commander Parker, sir.
  • I was going to quit anyway.
  • Actually... I was going to pawn my sword.
  • I was going to your house only.
  • I was going to do them julienne.
  • I was going to the Replimat for lunch.
  • I was going to, eventually.
  • I was going to start my beauty sleep.
  • This broke when I was going to...
  • I was going to school nearby in Sorèze.
  • No, I was going to Louisa's.

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.
  • Now excuse me, I'm going to catch a cab.
  • I was going to catch the bus.
  • He was going to catch the mainland ferry.
  • I could smell fuel, and I thought I was going to catch fire and burn.
  • I was going to catch your pet and turn her over to the authorities, collect whatever bounty was due.
  • I knew I had to get to the bus quickly if I was going to catch all of you trying to give me the surprise party I've always dreamed of.
  • He said he's going to catch the snake.
  • I was hoping to catch the weekend weather.
  • Maybe I was lying to catch the bad guy.
  • I was busy trying to catch the terrorist behind Chicago.
  • Well... somehow I think we're going to catch the Romulans with their pants down on Nelvana lll, just like he says.
  • I had my chair against the wall to catch the light, and I certainly wasn't going to get eyestrainjust for you people.
  • I'm going to have to catch the 6:30 departure.
  • I'm going to catch the lead, so I won't get lost.
  • Beth and I are going to take a drive, try to catch the sunset.
  • Not what I was going to say.
  • I was going to tell you.
  • By the way, the cab's going to leave if you don't catch it quickly.
  • They just said she was going to catch a fade.
  • Me and Pinocchio was going to catch a tournament, anyway, so...

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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