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Kprichards Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

Need vs Dare

Are the following usages correct?

1. He need not ask for a rise, for fear of losing his job.
2. He dare not ask for a rise, for fear of losing his job.

Thanks,
Richards.
  

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He dare not ask for a raise for fear of losing his job.

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  • He dare not ask for a raise for fear of losing his job.
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He dare not ask for a raise for fear of losing his job.
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Aspara GusHe dare not ask for a raise for fear of losing his job.
I think 'rise' was correct too; No?
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In the US, we say "a raise." I believe I've heard "pay rise" used by UK speakers.
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Grammar GeekI believe I've heard "pay rise" used by UK speakers.
That is the correct form in BrE.
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