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Onizo Posted 11 years ago
Grammar
I know of
1. I know of a great place for dinner.
2. I know a great place for dinner.
How does the addition of "of" change the meaning between the two?
Thank you.
2. I know a great place for dinner.
How does the addition of "of" change the meaning between the two?
Thank you.
Top answer
There is no material difference in meaning. The second sentence would be more common in conversation.
- There is no material difference in meaning.
- The second sentence would be more common in conversation.
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There is no material difference in meaning. The second sentence would be more common in conversation.
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To me, of indicates that I may not have been there personally but have heard of it. Without of, I'm speaking from personal experience. I'm sure this feeling isn't true for everyone.
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PhilipTo me, of indicates that I may not have been there personally but have heard of it. Without of, I'm speaking from personal experience.Hmm, you may have a point.
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Here is another "of".
Advise him of her agreement or disagreement.
what would it mean with/without of?
Thank you.
Advise him of her agreement or disagreement.
what would it mean with/without of?
Thank you.
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onizoAdvise him of her agreement or disagreement.what would it mean with/without of?It would mean that it was incorrect.
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"Of" again.
1. A is not obligated to, notify B, of the nature and amount of the Claim.
2. A is not obligated to, notify B, the nature and amount of the Claim.
How does the meaning change with or without Of here?
Thank you.
1. A is not obligated to, notify B, of the nature and amount of the Claim.
2. A is not obligated to, notify B, the nature and amount of the Claim.
How does the meaning change with or without Of here?
Thank you.
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