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Anonymous Posted 10 years ago
Grammar

lift or raise

___ the lid of the kettle.

Which word is correct?

Raise or lift?

What would be the opposite?

Put down the lid?

Thank you
  

Top answer

If the lid is separate and detachable from the kettle you put it on and take it off. If it's attached to the kettle with a hinge you lower it and raise it.

  • If the lid is separate and detachable from the kettle you put it on and take it off.
  • If it's attached to the kettle with a hinge you lower it and raise it.
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If the lid is separate and detachable from the kettle you put it on and take it off.

If it's attached to the kettle with a hinge you lower it and raise it.

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