It's easier to see through people than life.

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It's easier to see through people than life.It's easier to see through people than through life.Do both of the above read good and mean about the same? Thanks.

BarbaraPA · Accepted Answer

Sorry, I don't know what either one is supposed to mean.

Angliholic · Answer

Grammar GeekSorry, I don't know what either one is supposed to mean.

Thanks, GG.

I mean, "It's easier (for us) to see through people than (to see through our) life."

Hoa Thai · Answer

AngliholicIt's easier to see through people than life.
It's easier to see through people than through life.

Do both of the above read good and mean about the same? Thanks.Hi Angliholic,

You are asking for structural interpretation of the two sentences instead of their philosophical aspect – Right?

Since I am not a philosopher, I could only offer my opinion on the construction side. I think the second sentence is better. The word ‘through’ is repeated but it does provide symmetry. For example:

1. no more luck with her than with her husband
2. spending more time with her than with you

Goodman · Answer

I think both are acceptable and correct. I prefer the simplicity of the first. The latter sounds redundant. But that's how it sounds to my ears.

Angliholic · Answer

GoodmanI think both are acceptable and correct. I prefer the simplicity of the first. The latter sounds redundant. But that's how it sounds to my ears.

Thanks, Hoa and Goodman.

Got it.

It's easier to see through people than life.

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