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klafterreith
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 Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2008 9:32 am Post subject: role models |
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a. They grew up fatherless, so they never had good role models.
Is it possible to omit the `role� ? - They never had good models.
b. We help them develop professional skills.
Is it possible to use receive: - we help them receive skills.
Please comment.
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Christine123
Joined: 15 Oct 2008
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Location: Indiana
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| Posted: Fri Dec 12, 2008 12:09 pm Post subject: |
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You could omit the word "role," but the meaning would be different. The term "role model" refers to a person, specifically to an individual that others respect and admire, as well as wish to emulate in action. That individual is modeling a role you play in life. If you were to omit the word "role," then you are no longer specifically referring to a person. The meaning becomes much more vague.
It is not entirely incorrect. You will often hear native speakers say "I received the skills necessary..." but I feel that using the word "developed" fits better semantically. |
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