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Katrinarc Posted 15 years ago
Grammar

Men want change too

Hi, I have to analize an article entitled 'Men want change too', my question is: Why is not 'Men want a change too'? Does this have an extra meaning that I'm not grasping?

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"A change" means something specific, "change" means something more general. Compare these two: Older people generally do not like change. They want everything to stay the same.

— AlpheccaStars

  • "A change" means something specific, "change" means something more general.
  • Compare these two: Older people generally do not like change.
  • They want everything to stay the same.
  • I need a change in my life.
  • I think I will quit my job and live on a desert island.
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"A change" means something specific, "change" means something more general. Compare these two:

Older people generally do not like change. They want everything to stay the same.

I need a change in my life. I think I will quit my job and live on a desert island.
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Hi,

'Change ' is use here in a very general and non-countable sense.

Clive
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Hi A-Stars,

I need a change in my life. I think I will quit my job and live on a desert island.

That's odd. I'm thinking of leaving my desert island and getting a job.
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Hi Clive;

It sounds like we both want a change in our lives! Emotion: smile
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