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Roky0071 Posted 9 years ago
Grammar

Difference between "to + infinitive" and "for + gerund" for expressing purpose?

1. The marker is used to write things with.

2. The marker is used for writing.

a. what is the subtle difference in meaning between the two examples above? as I know they both express purpose.

b. when/in which situations can I use the two examples above?

  

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roky0071 1. 2. a.

— Mister Micawber

  • roky0071 1.
  • 2.
  • a.
  • what is the subtle difference in meaning between the two examples above?
  • There is none.
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roky00711. The marker is used to write things with.2. The marker is used for writing.a. what is the subtle difference in meaning between the two examples above?

There is none. They are synonymous.

roky0071b. when/in which situations can I use the two examples above?

Anywhere you wish. Using the word 'things' when

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