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Taka Posted 21 years ago
Grammar

Match: To MisterMicawber, Mr Pedantic, or CalifJim

The sentence:
Human beings change the land around them in a way and on a scale matched ,for the most part, by no other animals.


Which is the meaning of 'match(ed)' in this case?

1: To adapt or suit so that a balanced or harmonious result is achieved; cause to correspond
2: To do as well as or better than in competition; equal
  

Top answer

. on a scale equalled , for the most part, by no other animal.

— Casi

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  • on a scale equalled , for the most part, by no other animal.
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. . . on a scale equalled, for the most part, by no other animal.
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Subject: To MisterMicawber, Mr Pedantic, or CalifJim


By the way, placing a comma after "Mr Pedantic" makes it appear that he and CalifJim are one and the same person.
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I don't think so. In fact, I know I'm not Mr. Pedantic! Emotion: smile

By the way, I agree that it's "equalled".
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