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I wasn't typing anything vs I wasn't typing nothing

The correct phrase is 'I wasn't typing anything.' The use of 'anything' in this context is correct as it is a negative statement indicating the absence of typing. 'I wasn't typing nothing' is a double negative construction that is considered incorrect in standard English.

Last updated: March 20, 2024 • 1480 views

I wasn't typing anything

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker was not engaged in typing any content.
  • 2011-Mar-25 2:41 am. I wasn't typing anything at all -- this was happening randomly in the last few days when I was clicking on various buttons.
  • It was as if I wasn't typing anything. I'll tried removing both occurances of that ' ToString("N2")'. The period is still not showing when I type it.
  • Jul 15, 2013 ... When adding an option (needed to create variants) I wasn't typing anything below the option. So yes, you're right, I've ended up doing exactly ...
  • But since I wasn't typing anything (just watching the screen), I am a bit skeptical that the simulator was actually giving Eset's presence an actual ...

I wasn't typing nothing

This phrase is incorrect in standard English due to the use of a double negative ('wasn't' and 'nothing').

Avoid using double negatives in English sentences as they can create confusion and are considered non-standard.
  • Dec 9, 2015 ... I wasn't typing nothing but since you looking for me. HERE I AM. Nilla B.Sweet. I wasn't typing nothing but since you looking for me. HERE I AM.

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