The first is incorrect. It sounds like "being controlled by possessions" is another description of "the result" so, that being the case, it needs to be enclosed with 2 comas (,). I am going to show you using some examples of how they should be used in full sentences. I'm going to change the first sentence to let it make more sense too. 1. Tom, being controlled by his desires, has been acting strangely lately. 2. This set of results, being controlled by unknown sources, cannot be trusted. 1. The result of being controlled by (a need for material) possessions is a (feeling of insecurity/materialistic society). Can you see the difference between the 2 types? In the first, it needs to be enclosed within 2 comas and it acts as an additional description of the noun (Tom/this set of results) that is related to what you are trying to say but does not directly lead to it. In other words, A, additional description of A, is something/doing something. In the second, "the result of being controlled by (noun)" is really your noun or your topic! You are saying that "the result of being controlled by (noun)" is something. "being controlled by..." is not just and additional description. You are really saying that A (your complex noun) leads to B.

Stars

I have decided to write a diary in English starting/beginning from today. I for the English who because I want to be fluent in English. The first round entry today is memorable, and I would will try to talk of stars. I belong to the astronomy section club in my of the high school. Since the spring break period it, I have a been studying of the stars on a voluntary basis. The stars are romantic to me for me is what feel the romance, but What is a star for to you? I will be pleased to listen by all means. (Not sure exactly what you mean here!)

 

Some points...

- I have decided to write a diary starting from today. vs. I decided to write a diary starting from today.

- I have decided is in the present perfect tense and means that the you <em>decided</em> a short time ago and <em>hav</em>e<em> not changed your decision.</em>

<em></em>- If you said "I decided to write a diary", it means that you either decided a long time ago or you decided to write a diary but then did not write a diary.

 

I hope I'm making sense!

Night rain

TodayTonight, the rain is makes a pretty resounding sound when it strikes the roof. Spring rain heart is calm calms the heart. I have been busy studying everyday and just want to rest your my mind sometimes. The rain heals the mind at on such time occasions.

 

I love it when it rains! The sound of countless droplets of water splattering against the roof or window is like a blanket of sound which relaxes your mind and soul.

Hi Gordon, "that" is commonly used after "think" and it serves to signal that you are telling me more about what you are thinking about. The phrase "think that" is used very commonly and it certain sentences, using "think" alone without "that" would sound wrong. "If" was used with its usual meaning.

The verb "allow" has other meanings other than <em>to provide permission for someone to do something</em>. In this case, it can be used to mean <em>to provide something (normally time) for something to happen</em> as well. It is used quite commonly when instructions are being provided.

 

1. Allow the dough to bake for a few minutes in the oven before removing it.

2. Allow the computer to shut down completely before switching off the power supply.

3. He stopped and allowed for his eyes to adjust to the darkness before proceeding into the dark forest.

4. Please do not allow your attention to wander while the experiment is being conducted!

 

If you think about it, it has a similar meaning as to provide permission, just not for someone but for something instead.

That's an interesting question! I instinctively felt that there was a difference between "continual" and "continuous" but couldn't place it myself... This is quoted from the dictionary. "USAGE In precise usage, continual means 'frequent, repeating at intervals' and continuous means 'going on without pause or interruption': - we suffered from the continual attacks of mosquitoes; - the waterfall’s continuous flow creates an endless roar. The most common error is the use of continuous where continual is meant: : continual (that is, 'intermittent') rain or tantrums can be tolerated; continuous (that is, 'uninterrupted') rain or tantrums cannot be tolerated. To prevent misunderstanding, some careful writers use : intermittent instead of continual, and : uninterrupted in place of continuous. Avoid using continuous or continuously as a way of describing something that occurs at regular or seasonal intervals: in the sentence, : our synagogue’s Hanukkah candle-lighting ceremony has been held continuously since 1925, the word continuously should be replaced with annually."

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After each use, rinse in  (with) clean water (You normally see "rinse with water" because the assumption is that you will be washing with clean water and not dirty water.) and allow it/skin? (a noun is needed here to be clear.) to air dry naturally. 

 

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I found this these product directions on its label and I wonder if the english translation is perfectly correct.

Thank you for your oppinions. opinions.

Hi Amanda, you can use the words "distinct" and "different" in both formal and informal situations actually. It's just that "distinct" is used less frequently. "Distinct" can be used to mean "different", but it is a "stronger" word and stresses that 2 things are not just different from each other, but that they have recognizable differences which make them unique and of different kinds. For instance... My house can be separated into 4 distinct spaces. vs. My house can be separated into 4 different spaces. When "different" is used, it just means that they are not the same. But when you use "distinct", it tells me that each of these 4 spaces have characteristics or features which make them very different and unique from each other.