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 …

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 …

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

Nov 26, 2015 · There is no strict rule on using periods (full stops) in acronyms. You don't see N.A.S.A, B.B.C, or N.A.T.O often because they are so popular/familiar. However, you might have to put the …

Nov 7, 2015 · I'm reading the definition of "axis" in oxford dictionary, and I see there this definition: An imaginary straight line passing through the centre of a symmetrical solid, about which a plane fi...

Dec 31, 2024 · It occurred to me today (December 31st) that the year is coming to an end. Not the end? Isn’t there one end of the year?

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 …

Jun 15, 2022 · There are fuzzy quantifier usages where the plurality of the noun in the quantifier phrase is plural in form, but the later agreement is singular: Tons of water was used on the fire. / Oodles of …