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Latest post Thu, Dec 11 2008 6:03 AM by Mister Micawber. 3 replies.
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Anonymous  +  609735 Thu, 11 Dec 08 01:51 AM
Hi,
I think certain phrases like 'serves as' trigger the use of title. I know there are some other ones but can't think of them. Can you give me some typical ones that trigger this use?

As a pharmacist technician who also serves as cashier from time to time, he ...
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Mister Micawber  +  609767 Thu, 11 Dec 08 04:01 AM
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No such 'trigger' can I see. Serves as a cashier is my choice.
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Anonymous, 347 days ago
Thank you. I think this might trigger the need I was thinking of: elected as secretary. Do you have more like the one I gave (if what I gave is what indeed triggers the need).
Mister Micawber  +  609812 Thu, 11 Dec 08 06:03 AM
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Well:  he was elected secretary / appointed chairman / voted president / chosen premier.  It doesn't work with plumbers and waitresses.
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