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Anonymous Posted 13 years ago
Grammar

with and without "for"

"Would you like for me to turn off the TV?" vs. "Would you like me to turn off the TV?"

I know in meaning they mean the same, but why is one with "for" and the other without if they mean the same? Thanks in advance for you reply.
  

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Just one of those things.

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  • Just one of those things.
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Just one of those things.
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My feeling is . . . like for me to. . . is substandard, although it is quite commonly said.
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