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The function of ‘The’

I found it interesting, when researching this topic, that the definition for the in Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary is nearly as long as this post — and that’s for just one set of functions for the word, as a definite article. … Continue reading

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Punctuation: semi-colon (;)

Semi-colons can be used to separate items in a list, particularly when these are grammatically complex. E.g. You may use the sports facilities on condition that your subscription is paid regularly; that you arrange for all necessary cleaning to be … Continue reading

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Our system of economy

Our system of economy brings reward to those who matter for our president, vice presidents, ministers and their relatives.

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Globalization vs. International Integration

Globalization is a particular form of international integration. Globalization is more about money. Globalization makes peasants ‘rational’. Rational peasants produce for export and seeks to maximize their profit.

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Tradition of demonstration

I was watching news this evening. There was news about a demonstration which took place today in the Kabul. I was indeed surprised by seeing teen protesters throwing stones, and I believe that most of them were below 18. While … Continue reading

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In that time vs. At that time

‘In that time’ suggests ‘during a period of time: e.g. in that time I managed to undo the knot. ‘At that time’ suggests ‘at a particular moment or period’:e.g. at that time I was fond of eating the cake.

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On one of the favorite songs

Hello dear reader: Tonight I’m going to write about a favorite song of mine. Sometime ago I watched a movie called Something Borrowed. There’s a song in it that I like the most. I’ve been listening the song for the … Continue reading

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Punctuation: Colon (:)

Long passages of direct speech may be introduced by a colon. E.g. Introducing his report for the year, the chairman said: “A number of factors have contributed to the firm’s very gratifying result. A colon is used when direct speech … Continue reading

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Punctuation: Colon (:)

A colon (:) usually introduces an explanation or further details. E.g. There was a problem with the car: it was losing oil. A colon can introduce a list. E.g. We need three kinds of support: economic, technical, financial. A colon … Continue reading

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Punctuation: Question marks

We do not use question marks after indirect questions. E.g. I asked her what time it was.

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