I often see signs like "do not block gate" or "do not block door" Why is there no article before the singular noun? It's confusing as a non-native speaker.
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6Signs, like headlines, leave out unessential words. A traffic sign might read “NO RIGHT ON RED.” Just part of the language. – Xanne Aug 24 '21 at 01:59
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1Probably for the same reason a stop sign doesn't say "You Must Stop Your Vehicle Here." – GArthurBrown Aug 24 '21 at 03:15
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2Does this (and the linked questions) answer your question? When to use articles and when not to? – Stuart F Aug 24 '21 at 08:38