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Roky0071 Posted 12 years ago
Grammar
What is the difference between the two examples
1.Of course I recognize your handwriting.
2.I hereby recognize Mr. Smith.
2.I hereby recognize Mr. Smith.
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Your #1 is meaning #1 below. Your #2 is based on meaning #3 below. It is commonly said on formal occasions with the meaning that Mr Smith has the right to speak next.
- Your #1 is meaning #1 below.
- Your #2 is based on meaning #3 below.
- It is commonly said on formal occasions with the meaning that Mr Smith has the right to speak next.
- com/dictionary/recognize : to know and remember (someone or something) because of previous knowledge or experience : to accept or be aware that (something) is true or exists : to accept and approve of (something) as having legal or official authority
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Your #1 is meaning #1 below.
Your #2 is based on meaning #3 below. It is commonly said on formal occasions with the meaning that Mr Smith has the right to speak next.
From http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recognize
: to know and remember (someone or som
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