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Tense Sequence – The Embarrassment

Listen to Dr Paul Doyle discuss tense sequence in Singapore English and how it differs from standard English.

Last updated 8 September 2026
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Listen to Dr Paul Doyle, Deputy Director, Research, talk about tense sequence in this episode of Grammar Matters.

Grammar Matters is a podcast series which aims to create more awareness of areas of English language use in Singapore that differ from standard English. The series is based on the 'Grammar Matters (opens in new tab)' booklets by SEAMEO RELC.

Episode published on 12 September 2023.