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Old 04-Apr-2006, 09:53
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Respected Sir,

Please tell me the meaning of below mentioned sentence (particularly the highlighted portion).

Thanks in advance

Kindest regards,

Hancy

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Hello Hancy

It's difficult to say without more context; but it seems to mean

"I've arranged for someone to come here (to help out), though it's possible that all they will manage to do is make me something to eat."

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Greeting to you sir,
Thanks a lot Mr. Pedantic for your kindself in helping me and getting meaning of the sentence.
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Hello Hancy

It was my pleasure!

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