A restrictive usage and a non-restrictive usage in 'like'
Is it true that there is a restrictive usage and a non-restrictive usage in 'like' as in 'such as'?
1) Precious gems, such as rubies, are impressive to behold.
2) Words such as street, avenue, and road are abbreviated only in addresses.
I know that the difference between them is whether it is essential or additional.
And then I am wondering if the word like is also used that way and if so, could you give me some examples? I cannot think of anything.
Thank you so much as usual in advance.
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Hans51 I am wondering if the word like is also used that way Yes. Non-essential (non-restrictive) It is wrong to single out a segment of society, like smokers, for tax increases. Roll opposite sides toward the middle, like a scroll, then cut into thin slices.
- Hans51 I am wondering if the word like is also used that way Yes.
- Non-essential (non-restrictive) It is wrong to single out a segment of society, like smokers, for tax increases.
- Roll opposite sides toward the middle, like a scroll, then cut into thin slices.
- Some targets, like Amtrak, would potentially be put out of existence, they said.
- Essential (restrictive) If so, it might provide clues to new treatments for anxiety disorders like PTSD.
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Hans51I am wondering if the word like is also used that way
Yes.
Non-essential (non-restrictive)
It is wrong to single out a segment of society, like smokers, for tax increases.
Roll opposite sides toward the middle, like a scroll, then cut into thin slices.
Some targets, like Amtrak, would potentially be put ou
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