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).

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 …

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 …

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 …

Dec 31, 2024 · There are at least a couple of reasons why "the year is coming to an end" is the idiomatic choice. Firstly, "an end" better describes to the process or generality of something concluding, rather …

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 …

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

Sep 30, 2019 · In addition to David's answer, there is also the matter of different style guides and what changes to a quote they say is permissible. I remember trying to quote an important statement, but …

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 …