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    Default Using Of vs. From

    I have a question on whether to use "of" or "from" in this example

    ...as he demands more from himself than what is asked of other men.
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    ...as he demands more of himself than what is asked of other men.

    If both uses are correct, which sounds better in your perspective?

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    Default Re: Using Of vs. From

    Quote Originally Posted by CharlesJ View Post
    ...as he demands more from himself than what is asked of other men.
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    ...as he demands more of himself than what is asked of other men.
    Personally, I don't think there is a difference.

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    Default Re: Using Of vs. From

    I would use "of", mostly because it's being used with "ask".
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    Default Re: Using Of vs. From

    Quote Originally Posted by birdeen's call View Post
    I would use "of", mostly because it's being used with "ask".
    I tend to agree, although the other option is okay.
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