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Cloudpixie Posted 8 years ago
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Respite for a few hours or of a few hours?

Hello,

Is it okay to say: After studying non-stop for exams, it was nice to have a respite for a few hours.

Or should I use this: After studying non-stop for exams, it was nice to have a few hours of respite.

Are both acceptable?

  

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cloudpixie Are both acceptable? Yes. I prefer the second.

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  • cloudpixie Are both acceptable?
  • Yes.
  • I prefer the second.
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cloudpixieAre both acceptable?

Yes. I prefer the second.

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