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Whatchadoin Posted 14 years ago
Grammar

Lots, a lot

"lots" and "a lot" - should these be used in formal writing/speech? Thanks.
  

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In formal writing, lots should be avoided and a lot should be used sparingly at the most. Something like a number of is more appropriate.

  • In formal writing, lots should be avoided and a lot should be used sparingly at the most.
  • Something like a number of is more appropriate.
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In formal writing, lots should be avoided and a lot should be used sparingly at the most. Something like a number of is more appropriate.

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