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Angliholic Posted 17 years ago
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Growing up poor/poorly,
Growing up poor/poorly, Kent led a tough life.
Hi,
Do both poor and poorly fit in the above and mean about the same? If not, could you dig up a reason? Thanks.
Hi,
Do both poor and poorly fit in the above and mean about the same? If not, could you dig up a reason? Thanks.
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No. Only 'poor' works. It is a predicate adjective.
- No.
- Only 'poor' works.
- It is a predicate adjective.
- 'Growing up in a poor state/condition'.
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No. Only 'poor' works. It is a predicate adjective. 'Growing up in a poor state/condition'.
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