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  1. 26-Sep-2010, 21:10 #1
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    Default Which of these sentences is proper?

    "You look a mess."
    "You look like a mess."

    The speaker is referring to a person, not a thing.
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    Default Re: Which of these sentences is proper?

    Nevermind. Both sentences are proper.
    Last edited by PlacidRan; 26-Sep-2010 at 21:34.
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    Default Re: Which of these sentences is proper?

    Quote Originally Posted by PlacidRan View Post
    "You look a mess."
    "You look like a mess."

    The speaker is referring to a person, not a thing.
    Both sentences are frequently heard and understood.
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