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Words and expressions commonly misused - 2

But

Unnecessary after doubt and help.

I have no doubt but that (x) ---------- I have no doubt that (o)
He could not help but see that (x) ---------- He could not help seeing that (o)

Can

Means “am (is, are) able.’” Not to be used as a substitute for may.

Compare

To compare to is to point out or imply resemblances between objects regarded as essentially of a different order; to compare with is mainly to point out differences between objects regarded as essentially of the same order. Thus, life has been compared to a pilgrimage, to a drama, to a battle; Congress may be compared with the British Parliament. Paris has been compared to ancient Athens; it may be compared with modern London.

Comprise

Literally, “embrace”: A zoo comprises mammals, reptiles, and birds (because it “embraces,” or “includes,” them). But animals do not comprise (“embrace”) a zoo - they constitute a zoo.

• from “The elements of style” 4th edition by W. Strunk JR. and E. B. White

• 2014/07/05 08:12 에 작성