Questions tagged [this-that]
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Using ‘this’ in preference to ‘that’ or ‘it’ for a memory or future occurrence
Apologies if this has been asked, as maybe I’m inept with the search function.
I’ve been given a paragraph that I feel is incorrect:
I’m listening to the radio as I drive to work, and The Beach Boys are playing. It reminds me of my childhood. When…
Dandylion
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Could I use 'this' to introduce a person?
Which of the sentences below are correct?
This’s my best friend, William.
Those’re my classmates, James and Harry.
That’s my teacher, Mrs Wilson.
UPDATE: I just took an exam. The correct sentence is the last one, but I don't understand…
Nguyen Minh Binh
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When to use “this" and when to use “that”?
Possible Duplicate:
Using “that” and “this” interchangeably
What is the difference?
What do you think about that?
What do you think about this?
What is the grammar rule about using this and that in this way?
Vic
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(This/That) Is being close or far relative, or does it have a rule?
Okay. Keeping in mind that I'm not talking about feelings or how much I like/dislike something, I'm asking about the usage of this & that regarding physical distance and objects. Must I stick to the rule that states if you can touch it, use "this",…
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That vs This in uncommon contexts
I can see the difference between "this" / "that" in most common contexts.
There are a couple of unusual ones, though, that are still pretty unclear to me.
Here are some of them:
1.A friend of mine is talking about some weird, violent events from…
Igo
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