
In what vs in which | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
Apr 30, 2010 · "the act in what is set to be a protracted legal battle" I think I would use "which" here instead of "what". "The act in which is set to be a protracted legal battle", "which" is acting as a …
Strong & Weak Opinions - UsingEnglish.com
Judging if opinions, agreeing and disagreeing phrases are strong or weak quick reactions game.
[Grammar] - "ON the island" VS "IN the island" - UsingEnglish.com
May 8, 2013 · Why in the sentence "They live in the little island near France." is used preposition IN, but in the sentences " No cars are allowed on the island." or "There're no wild animals on the island" is …
"in repair" Vs "under repair" ? | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
May 27, 2008 · Hi All, I would like to know when to use "in repair" and "under repair" . For example: > we use: the building is under repair What in case of a car? Is...
"Compared to" vs "Than" | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
Oct 25, 2013 · 1) As a result, this generation of undergraduates seems to have a much difficult time finding work than those undergraduates graduated ten years ago. 2) As a result, this generation of …
[Grammar] - 'You have new message' vs. 'You have a new message'
Sep 30, 2014 · I personally think the correct one is 'You have a new message'. Is it possible to use without an article in such cases (before 'new' or some other words like that)? Thanks, Vitaliy.
"start to learn" vs "start learning" - UsingEnglish.com
Oct 6, 2005 · Hi, Is it correct to use - 'start to learn' as in 'When did you start to learn Italian?' If it is correct to use, then does it mean something different from 'When did you start learning Italian?' Thanks
Obtain a degree from / at? | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
Jan 10, 2012 · Which preposition is correct or are both correct? Is there a difference? I obtained a BA from / at university of London. Thanks a lot
[Grammar] - It is because... | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
May 22, 2014 · So why is Bush taking on the thankless issue of immigration? I believe it is because he sees the consequences for all Americans of our current dysfunctional policy.
Confection vs. Pastry? | UsingEnglish.com ESL Forum
Dec 27, 2005 · Hi, What is the difference between confections & pastries? Aren't they all backed stuff? So a cake is a confection or a pastry or both? Is a loaf of bread a confection or a pastry or both? …