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Old 08-Apr-2005, 06:59
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Default Re: Q about the usage of " more than?"

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Originally Posted by paula
Hello:

Is the following sentence correct? If yes, how will you explain the usage of "more than" or "than" here? Does the sentence omit some words? (of course I have no problem understanding the meaning of the sentence)

He has done more than write successful novels.

why " write " is used after than??


paula
There are certain words in English like than, except, besides, and but that allow as object an infinitive construct. I don't think there is any rhyme or reason for it. It's just the way it is.
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