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Moon7296 Posted 15 years ago
Essay & Composition Writing

They had a very good time of it.

1. They had a very good time.

2. They had a very good time of it.

Can 'it' in #2 have no meaning?i.e. just occupying a position.
  

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No (if I understand what you're asking) - 'it' refers to the pleasurable event or experience.

  • No (if I understand what you're asking) - 'it' refers to the pleasurable event or experience.
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No (if I understand what you're asking) - 'it' refers to the pleasurable event or experience.

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