Robert
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RE: Trump speech

Why do you think the language of this speech is unusual for him? His characteristic words are peppered throughout : believe me, incredible, fantast...

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RE: Irregular Use Of The Word "Like"

That brings to mind 'be liable to' - probably with the same meaning in many cases: The preaching is liable to be too long.

8 years ago
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RE: "right away" and "right off"

Your analysis fits the syntax. But it is possible that "right" is the element that comes first to mind. It looks round for something punchy to fini...

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RE: Gender Buttons Mnemonic

I've seen this for the first time, but it sure is a lot easier to remember than the spring back fall forward.

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RE: reaction to forum closing

I leave the AWWW group just to turn off my typing slot to simplify. Didn't know it put you in pending mode when you rejoin. So I have to wait to get...

8 years ago
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RE: To be or just be

That definition looks a bit too indulgent to suit me . It catches shrimps and crabs and lobsters all in one net. Be is different because you ca...

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RE: British vs American Pronunciation

Thought you're lying. But I checked the audio of the dictionary. Sure enough.

8 years ago
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RE: Weekend

Probably because Sunday feels like recovery day after all the exertions. Monday is more like the first day of the week. For college students, weeken...

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RE: Alternate one over another

What about Alternate ? Is it also indifferent to quantity? Can you say 'The 4 seasons alternate' ?

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RE: reaction to forum closing

Thanks,, Grant, it lets me post again. I go by Rob Ph over there.

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RE: reaction to forum closing

I was posting on the Facebook group for sometime now. Now it is asking me to join all over again. Hm...

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