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Believer Posted 20 years ago
Grammar

four good questions

1. Can the word "this" mean a composite of things and not just a single thing?

What is the difference between the phrases "all of this" and "all this"?

2. I am pretty sure that the sentence "That is where I will spend your money on" correct but how about this one?

That is where I need your help (on/at ????).

3. Is this phrase correct?

even if it takes long time to do. Why not, "even if it takes a long time to do."

4. What is the difference between the words "food" and "foods"?
  

Top answer

1. Yes if the composite then becomes a thing in its own right. 'I will add this book to this pile of books'.

— Nona the brit

  • 1.
  • Yes if the composite then becomes a thing in its own right.
  • 'I will add this book to this pile of books'.
  • 2).
  • No, probably not unless it is a very specific context.
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1. Yes if the composite then becomes a thing in its own right. 'I will add this book to this pile of books'.

2). No, probably not unless it is a very specific context. That is where I will spend your money' is correct without the 'on' at the end. We spend money on things. We spend money at places. We do not spend money on places unless we are actually buying the place. I suppose if you we
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Thank you.

Can you tell me whether or not this sentence is correct?

That is where I need your help (on/at ????).
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It's ok just as it is without the on/at.
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