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New2grammar

#538070 Tue, 08 Jul 08 02:26 AM

Look at the wind pressure on the screen. It takes/has the shape of a squash with the bottom facing the Philipines.

1 Are there any mistakes?
2. Is there any difference between the two choices?

Thanks.

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Mister Micawber

#538098 Tue, 08 Jul 08 03:49 AM

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Is the wind-pressure shape changing as you watch? Also, squashes come in many shapes. And, it's 'Philippines'.

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#538101 Tue, 08 Jul 08 03:55 AM

Mister Micawber
Is the wind-pressure shape changing as you watch

At the time of reporting, the shape was stable. Also, what do you call the shape of two B's attached back to back?

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Mister Micawber

#538157 Tue, 08 Jul 08 06:12 AM

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At the time of reporting, the shape was stable.-- So, I suggest avoiding 'take', which is an action. (Actually, 'have' is not my first choice either.)

Also, what do you call the shape of two B's attached back to back?-- A butterfly? A violin? Also, it is a little ludicrous to think of a 'bottom' 'facing'.

Look at the wind pressure on the screen. It's in the shape of a butterfly/violin with the bottom toward the Philippines.

Mister Micawber

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