learning54
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Hi teachers,
I've always thought that before 'earth' we should always use the definite article because 'earth' is considered to be unique, jult like 'the sun, the starts, the sky, and the sea'.
But then I've found this explanation:
Earth can take it or leave it (unlike world, which always need the article)...
"The Earth is flat".
"Climate change threatens the Earth"
"The astronauts returned to Earth".
"It's like nothing on earth".
Another question, should it be capitalised or not?
Thanks in advance.
I've always thought that before 'earth' we should always use the definite article because 'earth' is considered to be unique, jult like 'the sun, the starts, the sky, and the sea'.
But then I've found this explanation:
Earth can take it or leave it (unlike world, which always need the article)...
"The Earth is flat".
"Climate change threatens the Earth"
"The astronauts returned to Earth".
"It's like nothing on earth".
Another question, should it be capitalised or not?
Thanks in advance.