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  1. the use of ect [etc.] and among others | WordReference Forums

    Nov 10, 2008 · Hi, Regarding the use of "among others", what you all discussed here always consider the expression at the end of the sentence. My question is: does these rules also …

  2. as by her wish - WordReference Forums

    Feb 3, 2017 · As (if) by Kim's wish, Lucy was made to accept the modelling deal. Lucy was made to accept the modelling deal, apparently by Kim's wish. Compare with: As (if) by magic, Lucy …

  3. comparing it against/with | WordReference Forums

    Aug 5, 2011 · The following is from an English exercise given by my son's teacher. 40% of lizard species worldwide could be extinct by 2080. Barry Sinerro reached the conclusion by taking …

  4. "Looks" - singular or plural? - WordReference Forums

    Dec 4, 2010 · A look is something you try for and achieve. This singular noun could occasionally be used in the plural: "I have a busy modelling schedule tomorrow. No time to go home and …

  5. A nice chunk of ice - WordReference Forums

    Oct 26, 2025 · Probably from a modelling agency. Who might, you know, give him one for free for the publicity of being papped with him or for a nice chunk of ice.’ What does he refers to with …

  6. explain to me /explain me.... | WordReference Forums

    Mar 14, 2008 · Hola a tod@s! Hola, plutosis. ¿Por qué algunos verbos como por exemplo explain, introduce, say, etc.... necesitan de un "to" ? as í por ejemplo: He explained the lesson "to" me …

  7. mustn't / couldn't / can't have done | WordReference Forums

    Sep 15, 2019 · (Of course, they can't do any after that either while they are under consideration.) Should it be " they are not allowed to have done any professional modelling" or "they are not …

  8. Following/following up/per our conversation, I'm sending you the ...

    Jul 19, 2017 · Hello, Following/following up on/per our conversation, I'm sending you the proposal for your review. Are all of these idiomatic/interchangeable here? Meaning: We agreed on the …

  9. throughout her studies vs in vs over the course of her studies

    Jun 4, 2018 · Hi, I would please ask you which of the options in bold is more appropriate in the following (I prefer the second): She perfected her mathematical modelling skills (throughout …

  10. leverage vs by leveraging - WordReference Forums

    Sep 24, 2016 · Can you replace skills with competencies in the sentence above, and write: Firstly, I can contribute to the success of the company by deploying my skills in the areas of financial …