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WHEN

WHEN
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[note this word does NOT always refer to the TIME something happens. Here are some other usages.] a. you use when to mention the circumstances under which something happened. [ex - When ice cream is left out of the freezer, it melts. ] b. you use when to introduce the reason for an opinion, comment, or question. [ex - How can I love myself when I look like this? This dictionary is pretty expensive when compared to other books.] c. You use when in order to introduce a fact or comment which makes the other part of the sentence rather surprising or unlikely. [ex - Our mothers sat us down to read and paint, when all we really wanted to do was make a mess.] [ex - My tears at the wedding made it look like I was sad, when in fact, I was very happy.] (see Collins)