The only time I'd expect to hear that construction in AmE would be for a calculated effect, never in conversation. Hi, Rick, didn't mean to sound huffy. We've had a few members who enjoy studying literature from past centuries, and

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Hi, Scholar A found a book which he couldn't understand, A conversation between A and B, B: But you didn't sell it (the book) A: No, I like a puzzle, as you know. SO does every scholar worth his salt. It's the reward of business, to

Hi, This is my first time writing a cover letter to a top management consulting firm. I want my cover letter to be perfect. Please take a look at it and give me some suggestions. Thanks in advance! Best, Nick -- Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to

Hi, I'm struggling with my CELTA application on functions, can anyone help? Look at the exchange below and the labels on the right A. Would you like to come to the cinema tonight? INVITING B. Yes, I'd love to. ACCEPTING AN

Hi, (I'm not a teacher) hope it helps, good luck :) Dear Sir or Madam: I am writing to apply for bachelor's degree in xxx and xxx. Currently I am studying xxx at xxx uni. Although it's the last year before I graduate I would like

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Hi, I recently had to prepare a lesson on "Talk, speak, say, or tell" for one of my TEFL classes, because my non-native Engish speaking students were heartily confused by the choice. I admit that I had to put a lot of thought into the

I think we should keep the discussion in the context of "english as a second language". I think idioms can be very difficult for the individual whose native tongue is not English. It can be very difficult to teach the meaning of these

pLease help me for my Motivation letter. I am writing for a schorlarship. The letter is required to write less than 1 page.It is very very important for me to support my study in Europe. O please give me some comments!!Thanks Application for