Modelling or modeling? - WordReference Forums
Feb 28, 2007 · In the case of modeling/modelling, this amounts to a wash, since there are two possible pronunciation of modeling by a (very) naive speller. But in most other three-syllable …
comparing it against/with | WordReference Forums
Aug 5, 2011 · The following is from an English exercise given by my son's teacher. 40% of lizard species worldwide could be extinct by 2080. Barry Sinerro reached the conclusion by taking …
Year followed by E (e.g. 2019e, 2019E) (financial reporting)
Oct 20, 2020 · Hello, Could someone tell me what the letter E tacked onto the numeral representation of a year means in a stock market report, e.g. in the following quote: "Oddo …
opposite of a "conservative estimate?" - WordReference Forums
Dec 29, 2013 · Thank you Thomas. I think sometimes the phrase "conservative estimate" is used in business to mean "an estimate made with realistic but a bit pessimistic view, possibly close …
I am blocking ( blocking out ) your time to discuss or reserving …
Dec 24, 2014 · Even with "subordinates", I don't think it would be wise in most situations to say "I am blocking your time". In a good working relationship, a boss respects his people, and often …
mustn't / couldn't / can't have done | WordReference Forums
Sep 15, 2019 · It means that if they have done any professional modeling (modeling they were paid for) or have a portfolio then they are disqualified from consideration. The organizers are …
roleplay? role play? role-play? - WordReference Forums
Mar 8, 2005 · It should be role-play: Main Entry: role-play Pronunciation: 'rOl-"plA, -'plA transitive senses : ACT OUT <students were asked to role-play the thoughts and feelings of each …
Porcelana fria - WordReference Forums
Oct 11, 2009 · It is just "cold porcelain". In fact it is not really porcelain, but is based on corn starch and numerous other ingredients, and is used for modeling.