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 "

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

Jan 14, 2023 · Be done is an idiomatic phrase and it means: To be finished or have completed something. I hope you're done writing that paper because class starts in three minutes. (FreeDict) I …

Are you planning to delete this question now? vs Are you planning to deleted this question now? Which is better or correct?

Mar 20, 2023 · There isn't much difference between dumb and stupid when referring to intelligence. Dumb is probably more of an insult, while stupid can refer to a temporary state such as drunken …