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Start test- What is the difference between "for examples" and "for instance"?
Are the phrases "for example" and "for instance" synonyms? And can they be used interchangeably?
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Hello Oliver, "For instance" is more formal than "for example". You would use "for instance" in an essay or a formal email/ business setting. By contrast, we use "for example" in a casual speech, when talking with friends or in informal emails.
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- Is there any abbreviation for the word description?
Hi! Do you know how to abbreviate "description"? Is there any short form?
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To patronize someone is usually to be in agreement with someone in a sarcastic manner or in a superior (know it all) way. To be condescending is to speak to someone as if they are below you or have less individual value as you, if you are condescending you speak down to others.
- What is "holy cannoli"?
I'm not sure how to write it correctly. I heard this expression and now I want to find out what it means "holy cannoli." Could you explain it to me?
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"Leave the gun, take the cannoli" The Godfather 1972
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No, it doesn't. Plans should be individual for each student depending his level of knowledge.