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- 21-Sep-2011, 12:43 #1
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usage of the word "reach" Is the usage of the word "reach" correct in the following sentence?
The monster rescued the people, carried them on his back and reached them to the shore."
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Julie.
- 21-Sep-2011, 12:48 #2
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Teacher Re: usage of the word "reach" No. You need carried/took/brought/ them to the shore.
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- 21-Sep-2011, 12:53 #3
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Re: usage of the word "reach" Originally Posted by Julierose
REMINDER: NOT A TEACHER
(1) I would most respectfully suggest:
The monster rescued the people, carried them on his back, and reached the
shore (with them). / The monster rescued the people, carried them on his back, and
brought/delivered/ transported them to the shore.
- 21-Sep-2011, 18:13 #4
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Threadstarter / Original Poster Re: usage of the word "reach" I was under the impression that this could be an American English usage. However this seems to be not the case!
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