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Tony 1963
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 Posted: Sat Jul 22, 2006 8:23 pm Post subject: "it would be wise of you to" vs "it would be |
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Hi,
Would you please tell me what's the difference between "it would be wise of you to" and ""it would be wise for you to" do something?
"it would be wise of you to shampoo your hair frequently."
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"it would be wise for you to shampoo your hair frequently."
Thanks.
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Mister Micawber
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No difference in meaning, really. The nuance is that the first one suggests a way for the listener to gain in wisdom, while the second suggests a wise activity to pursue. I would think that the second is more diplomatic in conversation.
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Tony 1963
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| Posted: Sun Jul 23, 2006 6:55 pm Post subject: Thanks. |
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| Thanks a lot. |
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