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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Ask vs tell

What is the difference between "Please ask him not to neglect his classes" and "Please tell him not to neglect his classes"?

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The first politely orders someone to say something like: Would you please not neglect your classes? The second politely orders someone to say something like: Don't neglect your classes! CJ

— CalifJim

  • The first politely orders someone to say something like: Would you please not neglect your classes?
  • The second politely orders someone to say something like: Don't neglect your classes!
  • CJ
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The first politely orders someone to say something like: Would you please not neglect your classes?

The second politely orders someone to say something like: Don't neglect your classes!

CJ
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Hey CJ,

Thanks a lot!

Regards,

Anon
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