When it is vs When is

Both "when it is" and "when is" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "When it is" is used when referring to a specific time or situation, while "when is" is used in questions to inquire about a particular time or event.

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When it is

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to a specific time or situation. It is often followed by a description or explanation of the time or situation being discussed.

Examples:

I will call you when it is convenient for you.
When it is dark outside, the streetlights turn on automatically.

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When it is agitated, it becomes difficult to see.
When it is lighted, come and call me here.
When it is released, such a device switches off automatically.
When it is exposed to X-ray, a brand new vase can become 1,000-year-old.
When it is desirable to obtain embryos outside the breeding season.
When it is combined to the radioactive technetium isotope and injected into your vein, it finds an abnormal accumulation of white blood cells and attaches to them.
When it is the players turn, their cards flash.
When it is known from suitable law breakings we will immediately remove these contents.
When it is lived out the Social Doctrine generates hope.
When it is low, it becomes difficult to drive the.
When it is new and in original condition, it operates at peak performance and reliability.
When it is reopened, it goes back to the default set.
When it is spring, strawberry hunting thrives.
When it is too low, threatening organ failure, it is due to cobalt.
When it is used habitually for 6 months the result obtained is unbelievable.
When it is willingly accepted by the guilty party, it assumes the value of expiation.
When it is your turn to bet, you have a number of choices.
When it is being utilized as well intensely, it will trigger muscle mass injury.
When it is finished "Click finish" and the backup utility is installed.
When it is full, it becomes difficult with turning.

Alternatives:

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during the period when it is
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When is

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used in questions to inquire about a particular time or event. It is often followed by the subject of the inquiry.

Examples:

When is the meeting scheduled for?
When is the best time to visit the museum?

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When is your dog's birthday?
When is a decline in deficit substantial?
When is Sarah supposed to take her medication?
When is the right time to tell your child...
When is the target completion date?
When is that moment in a marriage...
When is a pancreas transplant performed?
When is an overworked entrepreneur, he must know how to organize tasks.
When is the payment due? These considerations will impact your cash flow.
When is the pool and we look around, everything is beautiful.
When is your husband's funeral?
When is it genuinely dangerous and therefore punishable?
When is he scheduled for another?
When is the next family picnic?
When is Dave's wedding anyways?
When is the expected due date?
When is the revolution set for?
When is he expected to arrive?
When is feeling vulnerable a flaw?
When is the food ready, Helga?

Alternatives:

at what time is
at which time is
what time is
what hour is
what is the time of

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