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Anonymous Posted 13 years ago
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what does "if initial" in this phrase mean? I also find this "if xx" structure very confusing.
North Korea will soon make a declaration of its neclear programs, facilities and materials. This is an important, if initial, step and we will demand that it be verifiable as complete and accurate.
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It's a way of making a concession. It acknowledges some matter that is counter to the main point of the sentence. eg Tom is a good, if noisy, student.
- It's a way of making a concession.
- It acknowledges some matter that is counter to the main point of the sentence.
- eg Tom is a good, if noisy, student.
- Yes, I know Tom is noisy, but that doesn't stop him from being a good student.
- It's a bit like 'although'.
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It's a way of making a concession. It acknowledges some matter that is counter to the main point of the sentence.
eg Tom is a good, if noisy, student.
Yes, I know Tom is noisy, but that doesn't stop him from being a good student.
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eg Tom is a good, if noisy, student.
Yes, I know Tom is noisy, but that doesn't stop him from being a good student.
It's
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