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Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
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Due as a noun

I've a concern regarding usage of noun 'due' as equivalent to 'finish'.
 Is the following correct?
"The contract dues on Monday."
  

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Can any native speaker comment this please? I'd appreciate even yes/no answer. Thanks in advance!
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Hi,

I've a concern regarding usage of noun 'due' as equivalent to 'finish'.



Is the following correct?

"The contract dues on Monday."



No.



Let's say the contract is to develop a computer program.



The contract ends (finishes) on Monday.



The completed program is due on Monday.
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