Correct use of "too + adjective" as a compound adjective
Although I have seen numerous instances of phrases like "at too high a level" or "at too high a cost," something about them has never "felt" quite right. Is this construction grammatically correct? Thanks!
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It's not a compound adjective; it's an adverb ( too ) and an adjective. mango cobra 285 "at too high a level" or "at too high a cost," In my opinion these constructions are the mark of a slightly more elevated or elegant style. I don't hear them much in everyday conversations.
- It's not a compound adjective; it's an adverb ( too ) and an adjective.
- mango cobra 285 "at too high a level" or "at too high a cost," In my opinion these constructions are the mark of a slightly more elevated or elegant style.
- I don't hear them much in everyday conversations.
- CJ
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It's not a compound adjective; it's an adverb (too) and an adjective.
mango cobra 285"at too high a level" or "at too high a cost,"
In my opinion these constructions are the mark of a slightly more elevated or elegant style. I don't hear them much in everyday conversations.
CJ
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