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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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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.
  • 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 is possible ...
  • I told him I would be grateful if I were given a visa for five or ten years, which is legally feasible. But again the visa I got was for two months; less than the UPA ...
  • Apr 12, 1997 ... I would be grateful if I were given more credit than that!" And what about the claim that he destroyed his authors by asking for too big advances?

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.
  • I would be grateful if I was given sponsorship.I am a graduate of accounting & Diploma In IT Emotion: computer graduate from Boxhill Institute of TAFE, Australia ...
  • I would be grateful if I was given the chance to bring-in new ideas and to increase revenue through hard work. At your spare time, you can kindly reach me on my ...

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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