
"Know about" vs. "know of" - English Language & Usage Stack …
To me it seems like 'know about' is used in every situation and the use of 'know of' is mostly limited to 'not that I know of' expression. Short google search seems to support my point of …
How do you handle "that that"? The double "that" problem
Sep 25, 2010 · "I know that it is true" becomes "I know it is true." I simply omit the word "that" and it still works. "That that is true" becomes "That which is true" or simply, "The truth." I do this not …
Should I use "did you know" or "do you know" to introduce a fact?
Oct 18, 2016 · I think 'did you know' is used to represent past facts. Eg:'Did you know that some dinosaurs’ tails were over 45 feet long?',whereas "Do you know' is used to represent …
word choice - "Could you please" vs "Could you kindly" - English ...
Jan 5, 2012 · I am a non-native speaker of English. When communicating with a professor, would it be better to use could you kindly send me the document or could you please send me the …
"Know now" vs. "now know" - English Language & Usage Stack …
Jan 3, 2017 · As much as I love the pure sciences, I know now a well-rounded education is valuable. But the words "know" and "now" are so similar that every time I read it, I keep …
Idiom/phrase which means "to pretend not to understand or know"
Apr 18, 2012 · Neither of these accurately reflect what the OP wants. 'Fronting' is more likely to mean the person is is pretending to know more than they do. Taking the piss - yes somebody …
How to formally greet someone in an email that I am pleased to …
I am not convinced by the answers of the question referenced by @RileyJacob. Furthermore, I have specifically asked whether a given sentence is ok. Additionally, the referenced question …
meaning - Does "Who knows" need a question mark? - English …
Although "who knows" is almost as an expression for giving sense however, expressions can be statements, orders, and questions, so does the expression: "who knows" need a question mark?
How do I know when to use: “completely”, “in full”, “totally” or ...
Feb 17, 2024 · Does anyone know any rule or pseudo-rule that works to find out when each of the following terms should be used? Using: completely vs in full vs totally vs entirely. I assume …
meaning - How and when should I use "By now"? - English …
May 9, 2012 · I might say the first sentence if I know what time it is but do not know where we are (as is generally the case when I'm on a train). The second is more of a complaint about how …