Conditional clauses

Things that are always true, like a scientific fact.

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Facts

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Always the same result  

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If / when + present, present

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Future situations we believe are real or possible

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Promise, treats

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Result in the future for sure

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If + simple present, simple future  

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Unreal situations in the present or future  

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Advises, wishes, resignation

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