Here, the double perfect (would have preferred + to have taken) can be seen as redundant in many contexts but may add emphasis. Again, context determines whether this construction is the best choice.
"We don't "say" GBP": many people do, actually, at least in contexts where one normally uses ISO codes. "British citizen" is the statutory name of citizenship of the UK, so it's not so much a choice of the government (in the sense of the particular set of ministers in place at any given time) as of parliament.
I wouldn't say "I preferred to stay at home to watch TV" because I don't like repeating 'to' with different meanings -- the first being the infinitive 'to' and the equivalent to "in order to", introducing the purpose.
WITH STATES AND CITIES: The preferred form is to lowercase directional or area descriptions when referring to a section of a state or city: western Montana, southern Atlanta.
It seems as though in scientific environments, the traditional Latin plurals are much preferred. I just discovered that this even depends on which particular scientific environment! Take data vs. datum and whether data is/are singular/plural. (Lots of threads on that issue).
Admittedly I haven't travelled enough to be sure but from the limited exposure I've had it feels to me as if "damn" is used more than "damn it" in the UK, and as if "damn it" is slightly more preferred over the pond in the US. It would be interesting to hear others' impressions in that regard.
The fact is that he decided not to use those expressions (eterno, por siempre, inmortal), but he preferred to express the idea more like a play on words. I think I should discard "I am ageless"/"I´m not old" and keep "I am of no age". Though he was a contemporary to all of us, the poet always wrote and spoke in Krishna style, let´s say.
Business Insider: OkCupid's popular 'pro-choice' profile badge is helping singles weed out people they will likely clash with as the US overturns Roe V. Wade
Several OkCupid users told Insider they choose who to date using the app's pro-choice badge. The badge has soared in popularity as the US limits abortion rights, including overturning Roe v. Wade. Gen ...
OkCupid's popular 'pro-choice' profile badge is helping singles weed out people they will likely clash with as the US overturns Roe V. Wade
Choice Hotels® offers great hotel rooms at great rates. Find & book your hotel reservation online today to get our Best Internet Rate Guarantee!
The meaning of CHOICE is the act of choosing : selection. How to use choice in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Choice.
Manage your Choice Privileges account, check your points balance, redeem rewards, and access exclusive member benefits with ease.
Choice Privileges Experience the exclusive world of Choice Privileges - full of unmatched benefits and unforgettable moments Join for free
CHOICE definition: 1. an act or the possibility of choosing: 2. the range of different things from which you can…. Learn more.
Define choice. choice synonyms, choice pronunciation, choice translation, English dictionary definition of choice. n. 1. The act of choosing; selection: It is time to make a choice between the candidates. 2. a. The power, right, or liberty to choose; option: The teacher...
CHOICE definition: an act or instance of choosing; selection. See examples of choice used in a sentence.
Choice Hotels offers over 7,000 hotel locations in 40 countries. Search and Find top hotels by state and city.
Becoming George: The Invention of George Sand by Fiona Sampson is published by Doubleday (£22.00). To support the Guardian buy a copy at guardianbookshop.com. Delivery charges may apply.
Belgium at risk of becoming ‘narco-state’, judge warns President of Antwerp court says international drug crime is posing danger to social stability Jennifer Rankin in Antwerp
Becoming Victoria Wood is in UK cinemas from 9 January, and on U&GOLD in February. This article was amended on 9 January 2026 to correct the name of Julie Walters.
Indonesia’s new capital, Nusantara, in danger of becoming a ‘ghost city ...
Monday briefing: Why Britain is becoming less charitable – and what it means for those that need it most
Impact over income: a striking number of gen Zers are becoming teachers Despite longstanding concerns over pay and conditions, more young graduates are entering the classroom Jenna Zaza
Impact over income: a striking number of gen Zers are becoming teachers ...
Becoming Led Zeppelin, a film about the British band that dominated the music industry in the 1970s, was the most successful feature documentary at the US box office in 2025, taking over $10m ...
‘Every single frame was sweated over’: how Becoming Led Zeppelin became ...
Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI
Google’s former Europe boss is closing in on becoming the BBC’s next director general, the Guardian has been told. Sources said that Matt Brittin, 57, was very advanced in the appointment process.
Google’s former Europe boss close to becoming next head of BBC, sources ...
‘There is only one player’: why China is becoming a world leader in green energy As US reneges on climate breakdown pledges, China’s response to crisis will shape geopolitics and our future
‘There is only one player’: why China is becoming a world leader in ...