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thomas615

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Is this sentence OK? Did I use the word "ropes" correctly?

The past year has been tough as I have to learn the ropes of an office assistant and to be able to do the job effectively.
 

SoothingDave

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Yes, but you have basically said the same thing twice.

"...of being an office assistant" is a little better.
 
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