Jun 6, 2017 · I use extendable in cases where it means the opposite of retractable. In other words, a telescoping wand is extendable, the legs of my camera tripod are extendable. I use extensible when I …

Sep 27, 2016 · Extendable referring to physical properties (an extendable ladder) and extensible referring to versatility/ability to be added to in future (an extensible system).

Let's look at the two OED definitions of the word "nature". (mass noun) The phenomena of the physical world collectively, including plants, animals, the landscape, and other features and products of the …

Dec 19, 2015 · I see. So, in the phrase "the example from above" of my question, is the last word of the phrase omitted? Does the "from above" mean "from above something" (like "from above the …

Aug 8, 2024 · With transitive provide sth to/for sb, I think answer 2 is closer - to is more about giving or handing off something to someone, while for is more about something being made available to …

Jun 9, 2024 · I got some results after researching, that "resolve" is the determination on a stronger level than "resolution" this link . But I haven't figured out the difference between "

Dec 28, 2021 · Doesn’t “eaten apple” indicate food in the stomach to be digested or already digested? Why did “eaten apple” lead me to this picture? Can “eaten apple” indicate both left food and …

Jan 14, 2023 · In the following sentences, should "didn’t happen" or "hadn't happened" be used? Sales have gone down, and obviously we’d prefer it if that didn’t happen / hadn't happened. Sales

I couldn't find any source on the internet that explains the differences between " there " & " in there ". It seems that " there " emphasizes locations in general & " in there " emphasizes the inside of …

Aug 4, 2024 · While can be followed by an -ing form of a verb when talking about two actions taking place at the same time ("while eating food); as cannot. Both can also be followed by a finite clause …