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Anonymous Posted 17 years ago
Grammar
Use of the word "capacities"
Is it appropriate to use the word "capacities", e.g. implementation and fiduciary capacities? I cringe whenever I see it used. Thanks.
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Hi, I assume you are referring to the meaning of capacity as 'a position or function'. eg In his capacity as a sales manager, . .
- Hi, I assume you are referring to the meaning of capacity as 'a position or function'.
- eg In his capacity as a sales manager, .
- .
- eg I n his capacity as a cab driver, .
- .
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Hi,
I assume you are referring to the meaning of capacity as 'a position or function'.
eg In his capacity as a sales manager, . . .
eg In his capacity as a cab driver, . . .
There's no reason why we shouldn't speak of 'capacities'.
Nor is there any reason that one person can't have more than one capacity.
Best wishes, Clive
I assume you are referring to the meaning of capacity as 'a position or function'.
eg In his capacity as a sales manager, . . .
eg In his capacity as a cab driver, . . .
There's no reason why we shouldn't speak of 'capacities'.
Nor is there any reason that one person can't have more than one capacity.
Best wishes, Clive
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