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

Hello Oran, and welcome to English Forums. I see no reason to think your English is not very good indeed. You have no reason to be ashamed; at the same time, you should realize that misunderstandings break out on all forums. A good forum

Hi , I came on this forum because I was looking for help on spelling and good grammar. I have tertiary education; yes I managed with sheer hard work and as a mature student to pass well. I was a migrant as a child from another non speaking

Hi Kenta, No. 1 M: What's that ( which ) you're reading? F: This is a textbook on literary literature . I'm taking night classes, you know. M: I see. I'm impressed with your hard work. No. 2 M: Are

Eleanor Roosevelt “A Personal and Public Life”, written by William T. Youngs and edited by Mark Carnes , is a stirring story of one of the most influential ladies in history. She dedicated her life to help others, advocated for civil rights, and

Eleanor Roosevelt “A Personal and Public Life”, written by William T. Youngs and edited by Mark Carnes is a stirring story of one of the most influential ladies in history. She dedicated her life to help others, advocated for civil rights, and was

Eleanor Roosevelt : “A Personal and Public Life” By J. William T. Youngs and edited by Mark C. Carnes. (New York, (New York.): Pearson Longman, 2006. 292 pp.) Eleanor Roosevelt “A Personal and Public Life”, written by William T. Youngs

Eleanor Roosevelt : “A Personal and Public Life” By J. William T. Youngs and edited by Mark C. Carnes. (New York, (New York.): Pearson Longman, 2006. 292 pp.) Eleanor Roosevelt “A Personal and Public Life”, written by William T. Youngs

Eleanor Roosevelt : “A Personal and Public Life” By J. William T. Youngs and edited by Mark C. Carnes. (New York, (New York.): Pearson Longman, 2006. 292 pp.) Eleanor Roosevelt “A Personal and Public Life”, written by William T. Youngs

I notice from your tags that you refer to Britain, and unlike many people on this site, I live there. Firstly, there are certain phrases that are still commonly used in Britain, which may not be taken in a literal sense but are understood