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Anonymous Posted 10 years ago
Grammar

What is the difference between these sentences?

"Supplies are being given to the farmers."
"Supplies are being given to farmers."

Thanks.

Can I use the first sentence if I want to refer to farmers in a specific country?
  

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Anonymous What is the difference between these sentences? " You use the first one if you're sure your listener knows which group of farmers you are talking about. That means it's in a context where you've already explained it to your listener if they don't already know.

— CalifJim

  • Anonymous What is the difference between these sentences?
  • " You use the first one if you're sure your listener knows which group of farmers you are talking about.
  • That means it's in a context where you've already explained it to your listener if they don't already know.
  • The second one does not have this requirement.
  • Anonymous Can I use the first sentence if I want to refer to farmers in a specific country?
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AnonymousWhat is the difference between these sentences?
"Supplies are being given to the farmers."
"Supplies are being given to farmers."
You use the first one if you're sure your listener knows which group of farmers you are talking about. That means it's in a context where you've already explained it to your listener if they don't already know.
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I want to refer to all farmers in a specific country. Which one should I use then?
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AnonymousI want to refer to all farmers in a specific country. Which one should I use then?
Please re-read CJ's post. He answers that question clearly and explicitly.
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