Which is correct? Launch Ceremony or Launching Ceremony?
Mar 20, 2019 · My colleagues (whose first language is not English) insist the correct usage is e.g. "Innovation Award Launching Ceremony" whereas I'm certain "Launch Ceremony" in the context of an award or an alliance is more appropriate. I can't explain why though and I've looked all over the internet for the rule that applies to this scenario.
Do you "inaugurate"or "launch" or "open" a new book?
Nov 21, 2014 · While inaugurate (AmE) has long been used in formal contexts, such as the swearing-in ceremony that inaugurates a President's term in office, inaugurate is now also used casually. You might inaugurate your marathon training with a long run.
What is the most formal way to address a respected person while ...
Nov 10, 2014 · Dear Sir is possibly a little over-formal these days, but the choice between Dear Rector, Dear Rector Smith, Dear Professor/Dr/Mr Smith/ and Dear Egbert will depend on the conventions in the institution in which you are studying/working.
prepositions - "Scheduled on" vs "scheduled for" - English …
What is the difference between the following two expressions: My interview is scheduled on the 27th of June at 8:00 AM. My interview is scheduled for the 27th of June at 8:00 AM.
If you are talking "on behalf of" you and someone else, what is the ...
I looked at a bunch of style guides to see what they have to say on this subject. The vast majority of them dedicate at least a paragraph to the distinction (or nondistinction) between "in behalf of" and "on behalf of"—but not one addresses the question of how to handle "on behalf of" when used by a speaker to refer to another person and to him- or herself.
How do you greet multiple recipients in an e-mail?
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Difference between "opening hours" and "open hours"
Jan 15, 2021 · I agree that open hours refers to the period the store is open for business. But opening hours is plural. So opening hours indicates the exact times (also needs to be plural) that a business opens. And would therefore need to be a table of days and opening times: M,W 6:00am T,Th- 8:00am, Sat- 9:00am Sun- closed. –
grammar - Understanding "as of", "as at", and "as from" - English ...
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The difference between be aimed at and aim to?
Jul 24, 2019 · According to Longman, I think I can use "aimed at ing" and "aiming to v" both. GRAMMAR: Patterns with aim ...
Is there a word for the opening of a song?
Mar 21, 2017 · I'm looking for a word (if such exists) for the opening of a song. Specifically, the part before the singer starts singing the lyrics, often a 30 seconds to 1 minute solo instrumental at the beginning of the song. Like how the word kick-off, is used for conversation. Does such a …