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Napoleonponapa Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

The articles " THE"

1) In later years.

2) In the later years.

3) In coming years.

4) In the coming years

5) In future years.

6) In the future years.

7) In the years to come

8) In years to come.

what is the different meaning when the article " THE" is used in the above phrases?

thanks a lot
  

Top answer

In a given context, there may be none; but technically the "definite article" refers to a definite group of years. Prior context may reveal what specific group of years we're thinking of.

— Avangi

  • In a given context, there may be none; but technically the "definite article" refers to a definite group of years.
  • Prior context may reveal what specific group of years we're thinking of.
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In a given context, there may be none; but technically the "definite article" refers to a definite group of years. Prior context may reveal what specific group of years we're thinking of.
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It's not a good practice to apply certain English phrases and words based on rigid rules and memorization. In the examples your have shown, all are possible depending on the context in which they were used.

We all need to start saving for future needs -no article

I will be traveling abroad in the coming months.
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napoleonponapawhat What is the different meaning when the article " THE" is used in the above phrases?
These phrases are not special in any way. The use of the is the same throughout the entire English languge. the makes the following noun definite. It is used in contrast to a or an
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