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Kristeacher Posted 21 years ago
Grammar

He is older than she.

He is older than she. Vs. He is older than she is.

Could someone please explain the difference and degree of grammar involved within both sentences?



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No difference in meaning; in the first sentence, the verb ( is ) is elided. PS: I see that this is your first post; welcome to English Forums, Kristeacher.

  • No difference in meaning; in the first sentence, the verb ( is ) is elided.
  • PS: I see that this is your first post; welcome to English Forums, Kristeacher.
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No difference in meaning; in the first sentence, the verb (is) is elided.


PS: I see that this is your first post; welcome to English Forums, Kristeacher.
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Thank you.

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