Important Phrases (3)
Here are more important phrases that are often
used in the English language. Read the sentences to find out how they are
used.
Phrases with ‘within’
1. Marie heard me telling Peter that I thought she was
inconsiderate and lazy as she was within earshot of where Peter and I
were.
2. The restaurant will, within
limits, allow you to make changes to your reservation at the last
minute.
3. Mr Peters decided to buy the sports car even after the
increase in the price as it was still within
his budget.
4. "I will do everything within
my power to get you acquitted," the lawyer told his client.
5. When I managed to save half of the amount I would need to buy
the game console, I knew that purchasing the console would finally be within reach.
6. The shopping mall is within
walking distance from my house.
Phrases with ‘in’
1. If you buy the detergent in bulk, you will be able to
save a sizable sum of money.
2. "In answer to your question,
we do not plan to open another outlet any time soon," the director of the
popular drinks store told the reporter.
3. As I toured the grounds of the imperial palace, I was in awe of the kind of life that the royal family led in the past.
4. Credit cards are not accepted at this store. You will have to
pay in cash.
5. The local comics convention was held in collaboration with an Australian graphic design company.
6. The captain in command of this ship has been
working on board ships since he was a teenager.
7. Anna and I have many things in
common and we can spend hours talking to each other.
8. In comparison with the motorcycle, the
scooter is a slower vehicle.
If you would like some practice in using these
words, email me for a set of practice exercises.
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