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celtaflorida

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Greetings :).
Why is the phrases; Mr. right or Mr. perfect correct and Mr. good isn't :-??
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Why are the phrases 'Mr. Right' or 'Mr. Perfect' correct but 'Mr. Good' isn't? :-?

Who says it isn't? In informal conversation you can use any word you want to.

YOU: 'I'm in love again!'

BFF: 'Is it Mr Perfect this time?'

YOU: 'Not sure yet—let's just say Mr Pretty-damn-good!'


It's not a grammar question, but a usage one.

A better title would have been Mr Right.


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I don't think it's incorrect, but it sounds a bit weak compared to the others.
 

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A click on the Like button is all the thanks we need, celtaflorida. You don't need to thank us in a separate post.

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