The verb provide has two different subcategorisation frames: provide something [ to somebody] provide somebody with something In the first, the material provided is the object, in the second …

Feb 28, 2014 · There is also another slightly different version of this phrase, which is believed to pre-date your version: Nuttier than a sh*thouse rat. also Nuttier than a sh*thouse mouse. It is …

When you stick your tongue outside of your mouth and gently blow, it makes a common sound to indicate "whatever!" or "I don't like your answer/response" or "Yes, you are smarter than I am." …

Nov 25, 2016 · They're both fine (but unless you particularly like "jargon") helps them to find... would probably be more likely. Plus people usually get help to achieve their goals, not find them.

Apr 1, 2011 · One would use tad when one wanted to make the expression a bit more folksy than "bit" or "little" would come across. NOAD says this about the etymology: ORIGIN late 19th …

Oct 26, 2016 · I often receive e-mails which start with the sentence- 'Greetings of the day.' instead of Good morning or good afternoon. I am wondering whether it is correct to use this in formal …

When you break your leg or any of your appendages you get a binding, you know, the white thing to fix your arm or leg. What is that called? I find the words gypsum, cast and plastery in the dict...

May 19, 2017 · fifth columnist countable noun A fifth columnist is someone who secretly supports and helps the enemies of the country or organization they are in. In my role as fifth columnist I …

I know one guy who always helps his own family and relatives but he never ever helps his friends. How to call that person ?

I trust that you will ... Trust is a good alternative as it either: places the imperative on the person being addressed (I hope you will answer my question vs I trust you will answer my question), …