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Jandi
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Sat, 13 Nov 04 02:02 AM
Hello, teachers!
Is this sentence correct? If so, which is natural, open or opened?
- The open/opened can should be used up in a week.
Thank you very much.
Peace!
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MrPedantic
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Sat, 13 Nov 04 01:21 PM
Hello Jandi, sorry for the delay in replying. I hope you kept that can in the fridge.
If I were writing instructions, I would say:
'Once the can has been opened, the contents should be used up within one week.'
You say 'an opened can' to describe its state in a neutral way.
You say 'an open can' when you want to draw attention to the fact that it's open.
MrP
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Jandi
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Sun, 14 Nov 04 12:54 AM
Thanks, MrP!
I will keep that can in the fridge!
You also promise that you will not eat the leftovers in one week.
I hope you're having a sweet dream.
All the best.
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