Best interpretation of "only" in this context ?
Hi~ In the following paragraph, what could be the best interpretation of the phrase underlined ?
What makes me confused is the word "only", which seems to be used negatively.
But from the context, I think the meaning of the phrase should be positive.
Can I understand the word "only" as same as "very" in this context ?
Thanks ~
Teachers can overcome this tendency by identifying specific times or subjects when they will
apply the strategies discussed in this chapter. Limiting the scope of the application allows
teachers to focus more intensely for only short periods of time. Also, having set times
to consistently practice the skills increases the speed of acquisition.
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In the following paragraph, what could be the best interpretation of the phrase underlined ? Solely What makes me confused is the word "only", which seems to be used negatively. No.
- In the following paragraph, what could be the best interpretation of the phrase underlined ?
- Solely What makes me confused is the word "only", which seems to be used negatively.
- No.
- The writer seems to believe that short periods are best.
- But from the context, I think the meaning of the phrase should be positive.
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In the following paragraph, what could be the best interpretation of the phrase underlined ? Solely
What makes me confused is the word "only", which seems to be used negatively. No. The writer seems to believe that short periods are best.
But from the context, I think the meaning of the phrase should be positive. It is.
Can I understand the word "only" a
0The focusing modifier “only” is not negative, but it is semantically close to a negative, in that Only John liked it for example, entails No one other than John liked it.
It has a restrictive meaning, of course, so in your example it means 'short periods of time’ and no othe
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