acceptable to - acceptable for - WordReference Forums
Mar 18, 2010 · acceptable to acceptable for Usually, to is used when what follows is a person or something that could accept or not accept the subject, as in the topic example and these: Asked …
accepted/acceptable - WordReference Forums
Aug 24, 2006 · Hi, Please explain to me the difference between "accepted" and "acceptable" in these two following sentences. Thanks a lot. 1. Is the proposal acceptable to you? 2. Is the proposal …
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Oct 10, 2016 · 'Acceptable to' is not really used in this situation. 'Approved by' and 'accepted by' are both perfectly fine, although I think 'approved' is a more typical usage. As a side note, program and report …
If not vs If no - WordReference Forums
May 21, 2019 · I've once been taught that "if no" is acceptable only if it is used in a form (i.e. a YES/NO question), questionnaire, etc. To what extent do you and other native speakers agree? "If no" can be …
Jeans are accepted/acceptable - WordReference Forums
Dec 15, 2020 · "Jeans are acceptable." This sounds rather rude and only a half-hearted acceptance, e.g. "Jeans are acceptable but we don't really like them." The restaurant will say, "Jeans are …
use of verb "done" acceptable in formal writing?
Nov 5, 2012 · Would it be acceptable in formal documents or should one limit such use to cases where space is too small to allow use of other verbs such as "perform," "effect," or "implement," as in …
Perfectly Acceptable - WordReference Forums
Mar 31, 2012 · Here's three examples: 1) "The phrase 'Best regards' is perfectly acceptable English, but the expression 'Kind regards' is more colloquially used. 2) I think that legalisation of X is perfectly …
fermentation of foodstuffs or germination of grains <are><is>…
Sep 10, 2024 · Hello, everyone, ”Minimal processing can be one of the best ways to keep original flavors and taste, without any need to add artificial flavoring or additives, or salt. ... Such a spoilage as …
Adaptor vs. Adapter | WordReference Forums
May 17, 2006 · For the device, one can use either adaptor or adapter. BUT, for the person, the human being who adapts a novel into a filmscript or a a musician who adapts a composition for particular …
Swedish: ä = ae ? ö = oe? Acceptable? - WordReference Forums
Jun 29, 2009 · hello using a standard english keyboard, swedish characters can only be used by typing in the Alt code. Is it acceptable to replace ä with ae and ö with oe, like in german? Is there one for å? …