"I severely want..."
Hi all,
My sister-in-law wants my help settling an argument. Is the sentence "I severely want a drink." proper English? My instinct is that it sounds awkward, but is technically correct, as "severely" is an adverb, with "to want" being the verb. Thoughts? Anything I'm missing?
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In terms of grammar, it is not incorrect. In terms of word usage, it is incorrect. "Severely" simply does not fit.
- In terms of grammar, it is not incorrect.
- In terms of word usage, it is incorrect.
- "Severely" simply does not fit.
- The most common phrasing is: I really want a drink,
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In terms of grammar, it is not incorrect.
In terms of word usage, it is incorrect. "Severely" simply does not fit.
The most common phrasing is:
I really want a drink,
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grape cobra 881My instinct is that it sounds awkward, but is technically correct, as "severely" is an adverb, with "to want" being the verb.
I agree.
There are phrases like "severe thirst" and "severe want", and this comes close to those, but I've never seen or heard "severel
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