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Musicgold Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

Are these sentences natural? May 23

Hi,

Are the following sentences natural to a native ear?

1. Thanks but I will take a pass on that this time.

2. I will pass on that this year.

3. Does that water last for you for the whole day? ( I was talking about a colleague’s water bottle)

Thanks,
MG
  

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1. Thanks but I will take a pass on that this time. The context must make it clear what you are deciding to refuse or reject.

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  • 1.
  • Thanks but I will take a pass on that this time.
  • The context must make it clear what you are deciding to refuse or reject.
  • 2.
  • I will pass on that this year.
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1. Thanks but I will take a pass on that this time. The context must make it clear what you are deciding to refuse or reject.
2. I will pass on that this year. Well, no. I will pass on this year. = I expect to die this year.
3. Does that water
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