English Grammar - Read Mode
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'No' is a determiner used before a noun to indicate the absence of something. 'None' is a pronoun. 'Not' is an adverb. 'No interest' is the correct phrase.
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'Can' is a modal verb used to express ability. 'Who can play' is the correct structure. 'Able' requires 'is able to', and 'can be able to' is redundant.
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The clause 'who told you' acts as the object of the verb 'tell'. 'Who' is the subject of the clause 'told you'. 'Whom' would be an object, which doesn't fit the subject position for 'told'.
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The correct phrase is 'go for a walk'. It is a common idiom meaning to walk for pleasure or exercise. 'To a walk' or 'for a walking' are grammatically incorrect.
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'Besides' (with an 's') means 'in addition to'. 'Beside' means 'next to'. The sentence means we need $200 in addition to this amount.
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The verb 'remind' is often followed by 'of' when referring to a noun (an appointment, a person). 'Reminded me of my appointment' is the correct structure.
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The verb 'emphasise' (or emphasize) is transitive and takes a direct object without a preposition. 'Emphasise the necessity' is correct. 'Emphasise on' is a common error.
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The superlative 'prettiest' already implies 'most', so 'most prettiest' is a double superlative error. 'The prettiest one of all' is the correct grammatical form.
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The relationship is of antonyms (opposites) regarding attention. A conscious person is aware, while a careless one is not. Similarly, 'Careful' (attentive) is the opposite of 'Indifferent' (unconcerned/lacking care).
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Reproduction implies the creation of life, while Death implies the end of life. These two concepts are diametrically opposed in biological terms.