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I would be grateful if I were given vs I would be grateful if I was given

These are both acceptable phrases, but they would be used in dissimilar contexts. 'I would be grateful if I were given' is the correct phrase when talking about a hypothetical or unreal situation. 'I would be grateful if I was given' is used in informal speech or writing when referring to a past event or a situation that is more likely to have happened.

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Last updated: November 02, 2024 • 10970 views

I would be grateful if I were given

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to a hypothetical or unreal situation.

This phrase is used to express gratitude in a hypothetical situation that is contrary to reality. It follows the subjunctive mood.

Examples:

I would be grateful if I were given the opportunity to study abroad.
She would be grateful if she were given a second chance.

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Last updated: November 15, 2024

I would like to follow a career in the motorsport industry, especially in racing teams, and I would be grateful if I were given this opportunity. Everything ...
... I would be grateful if I were given a chance. · Experience: London Early Years Foundation (LEYF) · Education: University of West London · Location: London ...
Jan 13, 1976 ... I would be grateful if I were given a list and then I will investigate the matter personally and give the. Hon Questioner a written reply ...
Mar 25, 2024 ... ... I would be grateful if I were given the opportunity to discuss this position further. Thank you so much for your time . Like · Reply. 1 ...
I would be grateful if I were given the opportunity to pursue an M.S. in management studies at IIT Madras, and I would be honoured to learn from the
I would be grateful if I were given the opportunity to pursue my Bachelors Degree at University of Southern Queensland. Thank you for your time and ...
Apr 25, 2020 ... ... I would be grateful if I were given a hope of getting readers' tolerance for those shortcomings and deficies 5.3 Recommendations/Suggestions ...

Alternatives:

I would be grateful if I was given
I would be thankful if I were given
I would appreciate it if I were given
I would feel grateful if I were given
I would be pleased if I were given

I would be grateful if I was given

This phrase is correct in informal speech or writing when referring to a past event or a situation that is more likely to have happened.

This phrase is used in informal contexts to express gratitude for something that is more likely to have occurred in the past.

Examples:

I would be grateful if I was given the chance to explain myself.
She would be grateful if she was given the opportunity to showcase her talent.

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Last updated: November 15, 2024

Jun 20, 2024 ... I have some experiences related to this position and I would be grateful if I was given the opportunity to discuss this position further.
Dec 25, 2020 ... I would be grateful if I was given the chance... 4 yrs. 1.
France. I would be grateful if I was given this chance because it would be like a prize to me that helps me reach my goal in the future and in my own
Dec 25, 2020 ... I would be grateful if I was given the chance... 4 yrs. 1. Cring Om Gyeltshen. Hope by next lockdown different shops will be allowed to open ...

Alternatives:

I would be grateful if I were given
I would be thankful if I was given
I would appreciate it if I was given
I would feel grateful if I was given
I would be pleased if I was given

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