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learner12
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 Posted: Sat Mar 06, 2010 9:56 pm Post subject: much more |
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Hello, teachers!
(1) Tom could barely pay for his own lodging, much more for that of his friends.
(2) Tom could barely pay for his own lodging, much less for that of his friends.
Which is better, (1) or (2)? I think that (2) is better, but why isn't (1) wrong?
Thank you in advance. |
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pugachevV
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| Posted: Sun Mar 07, 2010 5:01 am Post subject: |
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2. Is correct.
Much less is a negative expression and much more is a positive expression. You are describing a negative situation. |
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learner12
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| Posted: Sun Mar 07, 2010 6:35 pm Post subject: |
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Dear pugachevV:
Thank you for your logical explanations.
Take care and have a nice weekend. |
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