what is exactly happening vs exactly what is happening

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'What is exactly happening' is used when asking for a detailed explanation of a situation, while 'Exactly what is happening' is used to emphasize the precision of the description. They are not interchangeable due to the difference in emphasis.

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what is exactly happening

This phrase is correct and commonly used when asking for a detailed explanation of a situation.

This phrase is used to inquire about the specific details of a situation or event.

Examples:

Can you please explain what is exactly happening here?
I'm not sure what is exactly happening with the project.

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What is exactly happening in Gaza in July 2014? What is the complete story behind Israel slaughtering Palestinians? UpdateCancel ...
Dec 26, 2013 ... ELI5: What is exactly happening when I crack my back, knuckles, neck, etc.? (self. explainlikeimfive). submitted 2 years ago by PassMeTheMike.
Oct 3, 2015 ... OPSkins, what is exactly happening? (Stuck items, fixing takes weeks or more) ( self.opskins). submitted 3 months ago * by marekhlavaccz.
Can someone explain. The media is obviously quiet because they have their own agenda. But can anyone explain what is exactly happening.

Alternatives:

Can you explain exactly what is happening?
I'm not sure what exactly is happening.

exactly what is happening

This phrase is correct and commonly used to emphasize the precision of the description of a situation.

This phrase is used to stress the accuracy or correctness of the description of a situation or event.

Examples:

I want to know exactly what is happening in the meeting.
Tell me exactly what is happening with the project.

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One Man Sums Up Exactly What Is Happening In Schools Today, He Totally Nails It. Posted by USHerald / November 28, 2015. 0; Share; Tweet; Plus; Pinterest ...
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Completely serious. This is exactly what is happening in my life right now. Word. for. Word...someone help me. 2y. Samantha Olivia · 2y Saved to What a Nerd.
One year ago, Colin Powell predicted exactly what is happening to the GOP today. posted by Sky Palma September 7, 2015 Featured, News, Politics ...

Alternatives:

I want to know what is exactly happening.
Tell me what is happening exactly.

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