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  1. 23-Sep-2011, 18:18 #1
    Winwin2011
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    Default right now

    Do it right now.
    Do it now.

    My kid asks me why there's a "right" before now, I don't know how to answer. Can any teachers help me!
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  2. 23-Sep-2011, 18:24 #2
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    Default Re: right now

    "Do it right now" means "Do it immediately" and not a minute (hour, day) later.
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  3. 23-Sep-2011, 19:17 #3
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    Default Re: right now

    It provides additional emphasis.
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