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Musicgold Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

Article for Alphabetical order

Hi,

I read the following sentence in a book. I am not sure why there is no article before 'alphabetical order'. Would the sentence sound awckward if I replace it by 'the alphabetical order' ?

We have annual reports from many local companies on the shelf at the far right. They are in alphabetical order by company name.

Thanks,

MG.
  

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'in alphabetical order' -- article not needed.

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  • 'in alphabetical order' -- article not needed.
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'in alphabetical order' -- article not needed.
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With 'the' it would be very awkward.
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