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Anonymous Posted 13 years ago
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cut in half

Which is correct?
The piece of paper was cut in half.
The piece of paper was cut in 2.
The piece of paper was cut in 3.
The piece of paper was cut in thirds.

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The piece of paper was cut in half. (OK) The piece of paper was cut in two . The piece of paper was cut in three.

  • The piece of paper was cut in half.
  • (OK) The piece of paper was cut in two .
  • The piece of paper was cut in three.
  • (I’ve never heard this.
  • ) The piece of paper was cut in thirds.
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The piece of paper was cut in half. (OK)
The piece of paper was cut in two.
The piece of paper was cut in three. (I’ve never heard this. Better not use it.)
The piece of paper was cut in thirds. (OK)

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