Hello. I have a question about the following use of ‘easier.’ Is this a common usage? Shouldn’t it be ‘more easily’ instead?
A lot of emphasis is put on intelligence. Many people see it as a good predictor of success. They think that smarter people have it easier.
Koji from Japan Hello. ’ Is this a common usage? Shouldn’t it be ‘more easily’ instead?
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Koji from JapanHello. I have a question about the following use of ‘easier.’ Is this a common usage? Shouldn’t it be ‘more easily’ instead?
A lot of emphasis is put on intelligence. Many people see it as a good predictor of success. They think that smarter people have it easier.
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