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we were waiting for the vs we were waiting for the changes

Both phrases are correct, but they serve different purposes. "We were waiting for the" is a general statement indicating waiting for something unspecified, while "We were waiting for the changes" specifies what was being waited for. The choice between the two depends on whether you want to be specific about what was being waited for or leave it open-ended.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 669 views

we were waiting for the

This phrase is correct and can be used to indicate waiting for something unspecified.

This phrase is used when you want to convey the idea of waiting for something without specifying what that something is.

Examples:

  • We were waiting for the bus.
  • We were waiting for the results.
  • We were waiting for the right moment.
  • We were waiting for the opportunity.
  • We were waiting for the call.
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Alternatives:

  • We were waiting for something.
  • We were waiting for it.
  • We were waiting for that.

we were waiting for the changes

This phrase is correct and specifies what was being waited for.

This phrase is used when you want to be specific about what you were waiting for, in this case, the changes.

Examples:

  • We were waiting for the changes to be implemented.
  • We were waiting for the changes to take effect.
  • We were waiting for the changes to be approved.
  • We were waiting for the changes to be finalized.
  • We were waiting for the changes to be announced.

Alternatives:

  • We were waiting for the modifications.
  • We were waiting for the adjustments.
  • We were waiting for the updates.

Related Comparisons

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