when's
American-
contraction of when is:
When's the show over?
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contraction of when does:
When's the next train leave?
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contraction of when has:
When's he ever been an authority?
Usage
See contraction.
Example Sentences
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Afterward, Borgman said, “Like most people who see an eclipse, I was like, ‘Oh, my God, when’s the next one?’
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026
"You're constantly watching when the next feed is, when's the next medicines, when's the next intervention that we need to do, and obviously she needs someone pretty much by her all the time," Lynsey said.
From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2026
But when’s the best time to get your shots?
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 15, 2023
“You’re filled with guilt and shame. You’re not even thinking about when’s your next job,” Montgomery said in an interview with The Associated Press.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 14, 2022
The post office flash mob proposal was a start, but when’s the next big number?
From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera
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