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  1. word choice - predefined or pre-defined? - English Language …

    Which of the following is the correct usage of the word, and why? The user can use pre-defined lists. The user can use predefined lists.

  2. What "certain verbs" are - English Language Learners Stack …

    Aug 9, 2014 · In this context "certain" means a predefined subset. Usually it's used when the subset is fairly arbitrary, and to shut down discussions on how that subset is defined. If the …

  3. What is the difference between 'divert' and 're-route'?

    Aug 18, 2015 · To divert means to force off the predefined path, emphasis on the fact that it is not the original way, it's different now. To re-route means to put on a different path, emphasis on …

  4. agreed to vs agreed on. Are they interchangeable?

    Jan 24, 2020 · There's usually a difference between two parties agreeing to [some procedure] and agreeing on it. Using to there implies the procedure already existed (or had at least been …

  5. A set of vs a group of - English Language Learners Stack Exchange

    Jul 23, 2019 · A set is usually a predefined collection. For example, a set of silverware would include a knife, fork, and spoon... possibly multiplied by several place settings. A chess set …

  6. Is "complete list" idiomatic? - English Language Learners Stack …

    Mar 4, 2020 · In other contexts, "full" and "complete" mean different things. "Full" is normally used when speaking about something with a predefined capacity, for example, a jug could be full of …

  7. Can I use the word 'which' when I am referring the subject in the ...

    Aug 5, 2015 · In my language if we would use the word what then the sentence would mean that I can type only one not predefined question (because only one exist) and Cortana doesn't want …

  8. "At" vs "by" in time-expressions - English Language Learners Stack …

    Dec 8, 2014 · In Michael Swan's Practical English Usage I come across the sentences: We can use the future perfect to say that something will be completed, finished or achieved by a …

  9. "by as much as" + number - English Language Learners Stack …

    The as much as X construction is more or less equivalent to up to X, but imho that second alternative has slightly stronger implications the it won't be higher than X. That's simply …

  10. Issue vs Problem - English Language Learners Stack Exchange

    My phone has a problem. Luckily I could solve that problem. Issues are related to disagreement or life and decisions. I have an issue with my partner. There is an issues between these two …