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He doesn’t like it when I spend time with other people.

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Sentence

Narrator

He doesn’t like it when I spend time with other people.

Study notes

How to use in different contexts

Giving Advice

You shouldn't spend too much time with others if it bothers him.

Describing Habits

He gets upset whenever I socialize with friends.

Asking About Others

Does he mind when you spend time with other people?

Sharing Hypotheticals

If I spent less time with others, he wouldn't be so unhappy.

Rephrased versions

Formal

He disapproves of my socializing with others.

Casual

He doesn't like it when I hang out with other people.

Simpler English

He's unhappy when I'm with others.

Phrases to learn

spend time with

To dedicate time to be in the company of someone.

doesn't like it when

Expresses disapproval or dislike of a situation.