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Chan-Seung Lee
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 Posted: Fri May 16, 2008 5:27 pm Post subject: contrast |
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1.They also contrasted Ghana�s stability against the harsh separation of Kenyans, who do not have an accomplished soccer team.
2.They also contrasted Ghana�s stability with the harsh separation of Kenyans, who do not have an accomplished soccer team. |
I saw #1 in a newspaper. But I think that #2 is correct rather than #1.
Please inform me if I'm right or wrong.
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Suzanne
Joined: 21 Apr 2008
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Location: Seattle, WA, USA
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Hello!
See if you can figure out which one is correct, by using the definitions below:
contrast with: to set in opposition in order to show or emphasize differences when compared. Contrast is a verb here.
Examples:
She wrote an essay that contrasted city life with rural life.
The reviewer contrasted Microsoft with Apple conputers.
contrast against: demonstrating difference between things that aren't similar. Contrast is a noun here.
Examples:
The red berries made a vivid contrast against the snow.
That pattern makes a good contrast against the solid background.
Now, look at the two sentences you asked about, and decide which "contrast" is a better choice. It looks like you found the error--Congratulations! |
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