And moderator, I would like to know why the "edit post" button is not available for the first post.

Correct me if wrong. > 'To shape up' -- this is a common informal expression. To me, it appears to vary the meaning. "shape" means develop/improve. Eg: This working experience shapes me (up). It isn't necessarily related to one's initail

So which is correct: - was already - had already been If both are correct, will the difference in tense make the sentence different?

1. The teacher __ already in the classroom before students came in. a) had been b) was Which one is correct (a) (a )or (b)? If both are correct, what's the difference (in meaning etc.)? 2. I __ already very hardworking. Still my mark

Say one did something wrong in the past. Now he realizes it is wrong and learns from the mistake. ""He will correct his behaviour"" and ""become good again."" My idea is: Written (formal): I will mend my way start life again with a clean

Sorry, but I would like to confirm if you are very sure about that: Every X is Every X and Y is Thanks a lot.

So what's the difference between: - last (adv) - at last - finally, eventually - at the end (of something) - in the end

"To start/begin with" I think they mean "at the start" as well. Can they use to mean "at first"?

http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2002/09/16/stories/2002091601090300.htm It is where I saw these phrases (search by your search tools in your browser). Anyway, the reason why I didn't give the context in the first place is I would like to

That's bad that I cannot edit my question. I don't know why the "edit post" button disappars. 1. "in the last point" doesn't mean anything to me. Is there another synonym you could use to help me understand your question? Sure I can help.