They mean the same, so which you use is a stylistic preference.
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#1 04-Nov-2007, 02:15back and rear
Dear teachers,
I have difficulty distinguishing 'rear ' and 'back'. For example, 'at the back of' 'in the rear of '. Could you please explain it to me?
Looking forward to hearing from you.
Thank you in advance.
Jiang
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#2 05-Nov-2007, 01:03Re: back and rear
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#3 05-Nov-2007, 05:45Re: back and rear
Dear Anglika,
Thank you very much for your explanation. Now I see.
Jiang
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