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Jackson6612 Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

He shot 6 rounds.

What does the phrase "shot 6 rounds" mean in the following sentence? Does this mean 6 bullets were shot? If that's so, then why not simply say 'shot 6 bullets'? Please guide me. Thanks.

He shot 6 rounds.
  

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Yes, it means he shot six bullets. Rounds is a synonym for bullets.

  • Yes, it means he shot six bullets.
  • Rounds is a synonym for bullets.
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Yes, it means he shot six bullets. Rounds is a synonym for bullets.

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