Adverb clause of time

Adverb clause of time An adverb clause is a subordinate clause. It must be attached to a main clause. Adverb clauses of time are introduced by the subordinating conjunctions while, after, whenever, before, since, as, till, until etc. While you were playing I was working. Don’t use the cell phone while you are driving. As I was walking down the street, I saw James driving a Porsche. He went to work after he......

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Antonyms exercise

Antonyms exercise Against each key word are given five suggested meanings. Choose the word or phrase which is opposite in meaning to the key word. 1. Discrepancy a) inconsistencyb) consistencyc) inappropriated) variancee) vagary 2. Disdain a) attitudeb) honestyc) admirationd) zeale) disgust 3. Disheveled a) tidyb) clumsyc) unkemptd) longe) exasperated 4. Disingenuous a) sincereb) sophisticatedc) trainedd) experiencede) uncomfortable 5.......

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How to make your writing more formal?

How to make your writing more formal?  While communicating with business people, the language you use must be consistently appropriate in style and tone. The following are the basic features of formal writing. Write all verbs in full. Do not use contracted forms like don’t or can’t. Do not use abbreviations such as info (for information) and asap(for as soon as possible). Limit the use of passive voice. However, there are some situations where passive verb forms are preferred to active forms. For example, active verb forms used with the first person......

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Uses of have

Uses of have The auxiliary have has three forms – have, has and had. Uses of have In the simple present tense have indicates ideas such as possession, relationships etc. I have a car.She has a brother. Have is used to form the perfect tenses. We have received the parcel.She has gone to the market.We had forgotten to take our umbrellas.He has left for his native place. Have can be used to express ideas such as obligation and compulsion. You......

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Vocabulary worksheet Complete the following sentences using an appropriate form of the word given in the brackets. 1. The scientist …………………… his research for lack of funds. (abandon) 2. The gypsies danced with ………………… (abandoned) 3. He led an ……………………. life. (abandon) 4. Abraham Lincoln had an ………………. faith in the Union. (abide) 5. In a mood of ………………., he gave up sweets and midnight snacks. (abnegate) 6. A clubfoot is an …………………… that......

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Commonly confused expressions

Commonly confused expressions Accept and except These words are often confused. Accept means ‘agree to receive or do something’. She accepted the invitation. She didn’t accept the job. Except means ‘not including’. Everyone except John attended the meeting. I work every day except Saturday. Adverse and averse These words are often confused. Adverse means ‘harmful’ or ‘unfavorable’. This drug may have adverse side effects. The adverse......

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List of interjections

List of interjections An interjection is a word or phrase that expresses a sudden emotion. Interjections are used to exclaim, protest or react. They can stand by themselves. They may also appear within larger structures. Hurrah! We’ve won! Alas, she’s dead now. Mild interjections are usually set off from the rest of the sentence with a comma. More powerful interjections are followed by an exclamation mark. Here is a list of......

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Expressions with set

Expressions with set Here is a list of phrasal verbs with set. Each expression is followed by its meaning. Example sentences are also given. Set about To set about something is to start doing something with determination. He immediately set about organizing the program. Set someone apart If a particular quality sets you apart, it makes you seem superior. Quality is what sets our products apart. Set something aside To set something......

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Expressions with once

Expressions with once Here is a list of expressions with once. Break the fourth wall To break the fourth wall is to speak directly to your audience during a stage performance. Cheap at twice the price If something is cheap at twice the price, it is quite expensive. This shop only sells items that are cheap at twice the price. Don’t think twice If you don’t think twice about something, you are not concerned about it. Eleventh hour If......

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Phrasal verbs

Phrasal verbs Here is a list of phrasal verbs with example sentences. Abide by To abide by a rule or custom is to respect or obey it. Everyone is required to abide by the laws of the land. Account for To account for something is to explain it. I hope you can account for your absence from work. Add up When things add up, they make sense. Your explanations just don’t add up. Advise against To advise someone against something is......

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