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Rommel Posted 10 years ago
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Should I say ‘that is very true’ or ‘it is very true’?
Should I say ‘that is very true’ or ‘it is very true’? I want to write formally, so I think simply saying ‘very true’ is awkward.
“If one does not work hard and persevere,” Mr. Crosse said, “he will not succeed in life.” That is very true / It is very true. Patience is required of a person who wants to reach the pinnacle of success.
“If one does not work hard and persevere,” Mr. Crosse said, “he will not succeed in life.” That is very true / It is very true. Patience is required of a person who wants to reach the pinnacle of success.
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In formal writing, That (or This ) is very true would be preferable. You are referring to a specific statement. In informal writing, or in everyday speech, Very true would work.
- In formal writing, That (or This ) is very true would be preferable.
- You are referring to a specific statement.
- In informal writing, or in everyday speech, Very true would work.
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In formal writing, That (or This) is very true would be preferable. You are referring to a specific statement. In informal writing, or in everyday speech, Very true would work.
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