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Conditionality
Expresses a condition where an event would change the outcome.
I would've gone swimming but for the cold weather.
Hypothetical Situations
Ideal for discussing hypothetical outcomes or situations.
But for my fear of heights, I might have tried hang-gliding.
Time Specific
Often used to explain delays or changes in timing.
I would've been on time but for the long queue.
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