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Anonymous Posted 16 years ago
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Use of was or were
Respondent was not present, and a business card and informational pamphlet were left requesting an appointment to discuss the proposed Non-Development Oil and Gas Lease.
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"was" and "were" are correct as written. "Respondent was not present" is an abbreviated style of English which may or may not be appropriate, depending on context. ".
- "was" and "were" are correct as written.
- "Respondent was not present" is an abbreviated style of English which may or may not be appropriate, depending on context.
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"was" and "were" are correct as written.
"Respondent was not present" is an abbreviated style of English which may or may not be appropriate, depending on context. In full, it should be "The respondent ...".
"Respondent was not present" is an abbreviated style of English which may or may not be appropriate, depending on context. In full, it should be "The respondent ...".
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