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The word comprise is synonymous with is composed of, because the whole comprises its parts. In the context of formal, prescriptive grammar, you would not say the whole is comprised of its parts, nor should you say the parts comprise the whole.
North America comprises The United States, Canada, Mexico, and the countries of Central America.
The Congress of the United States comprises the Senate and House of Representatives.
My entertainment center comprises a hi-def TV, DVR, stereo amplifier, and surround-sound system.
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Which is correct -- acceptable to you or acceptable with you?
The proper use of this phrase is "acceptable to you." This is because acceptance is something that is given, and the preposition "with" infers something that is shared rather than given to another person, such as "you."
Is the phrase in the days ahead correct?
"In the days ahead" is a perfectly acceptable way of saying "in the future", keeping in mind that it usually means "in the very near future.
What does underlying assumptions mean?
The phrase underlying assumption means the basis or the belief that has been used for an idea which might not be true. However, these are foundations that are generally acceptable.
Is it correct to say who is this for instead of for whom is this for?
Technically the phrase "Whom is this for" is the grammatically correct version of this statement, but in modernized English there are a fair amount of people who don't know the difference between "who," and "whom." So in a casual situation, or when talking informally, the phrase "Who is this for" is acceptable--enough, but not only do you sound more intelligent when you use the word "whom" correctly, but also it's the correct way of using the language. Simply, it is not technically correct, but in a casual situation, it is acceptable.
Is 'acceptable with you' correct?
Usually, it is said as "Is it acceptable to you" instead. But "to" can be replaced by "for" too. But "acceptable with you" is incorrect.
What is a synonym for the phrase made out of?
Composed of Comprised of
Is this statement true or false Plagiarizing is acceptable if it is only a phrase or a word.?
Is this statement true or false? Plagiarizing is acceptable if it is only a phrase or a word. Is this statement true or false? Plagiarizing is acceptable if it is only a phrase or a word.
Is Plagiarizing acceptable if it is only a phrase or a word?
yes
Is plagiarizing acceptable if its only a phrase or a word?
yes
Which is correct -- acceptable to you or acceptable with you?
The proper use of this phrase is "acceptable to you." This is because acceptance is something that is given, and the preposition "with" infers something that is shared rather than given to another person, such as "you."
Can an exclamation point be used after the phrase support our troops?
Yes this would be acceptable.
Is the phrase FULLY INTACT a correct English?
In terms of grammar, it's acceptable.
What does toni moi means?
"toni moi" is the French phrase for "excuse me". That is an acceptable equivalent.
What does il fait mauvais mean?
Bad weather. This phrase is an acceptable answer to a question about the weather.
Is the phrase 'Quelle heure est-ce que c'est' acceptable French?
No, the phrase Quelle heure est-ce que c'est? ("What time is it that it is?") is not acceptable French. The simpler question, Quelle heure est-il? ("What time is it?"), will be acceptable, particularly if pronounced correctly as "keh-luhr ey-teel" in French.
What is an acceptable time period for the activation and relocation phrase od the continuity cycle is?
0-12 hours
How do you say this is good in Maori?
'Ka pai', meaning 'very good' is a common and acceptable phrase to use.
