Question

Posted by rfvv on Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 8:40pm.



1. Don't drink.
2. Don't drink liquor.
3. Don't drink alcohol.
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Does #1 mean #2 or #3? When we mention one of the don'ts for a healthy life, which one is suitable? •English - english genie , Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 12:18am
#3 seems to be the most suitable
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Thank you for your help.

4. Don't drink.
5. Don't drink water.
6. Don't drink alcohol.
7. Don't drink liquor.

(Does #4 mean #5, 6, or 7 according to the context?)

Answer 1

#s 1, 2, and 3 mean approximately the same thing when referring to health, but #1 could have a broader meaning (water, juice, tea ... ). I think #3 is the best one to use in a unit on living a healthy life. Or you could say, "Don't drink alcohol to excess."

#4 can mean any of the other three, and yes, depending on the context. =)

Answer 2

Cutting down certain trees while leaving other trees standing would best be described as
-contour farming
- clear cutting
-desertification
-selective cutting