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English 1b3 Posted 16 years ago
Grammar

Suffix--wise VS in terms of

The suffix 'wise' can be attached to a noun to specify what you are talking about within a larger context...I think Emotion: smile

Can we attach it to just about any noun?

We are doing a great job; however, time-wise we are doing poorly.

I'm feeling great. Health-wise I could be better.

I'm quite happy here. Hunger-wise I could do with some satisfying.

Is it synonymous with 'in terms of'?

We are doing a great job; however, in terms of time, we are doing poorly.

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You can attach it to most any noun, yes-- but it is always casual and cliché. Not an admirable technique.

— Mister Micawber

  • You can attach it to most any noun, yes-- but it is always casual and cliché.
  • Not an admirable technique.
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You can attach it to most any noun, yes-- but it is always casual and cliché. Not an admirable technique.
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