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Anonymous Posted 13 years ago
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The meaning of "out of"

"out of sth" sometimes means becoz of (e.g. out of curiosity) but sometimes means get rid of (e.g. out of trouble). How can i tell the differece? Thank you!!
  

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"because" You have to go by context. It can also mean "from": Sade is the most popular singer out of Nigeria.

  • "because" You have to go by context.
  • It can also mean "from": Sade is the most popular singer out of Nigeria.
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"because"

You have to go by context. It can also mean "from": Sade is the most popular singer out of Nigeria.

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