Are “When” and “Whenever” Interchangeable?
Casual conversation is chock-full of faux pas that are technically harmless but can be irksome to those in the know. One such topic for debate is the term "whenever." Its frequent incorrect usage as a substitute for "when" can be a sore spot for wordsmiths, but it’s a nuanced difference.
While both "when" and "whenever" address time, they differ in how we use them. Behold this frequent offender: "Whenever I was a senior in high school…" This might sound natural (for some) in casual conversation, but it's technically incorrect. The speaker should use "when" because they're referring to a specific...
