Asked by Anonymous

What does "to do no shirk" mean?
Answered by Writeacher
Please include the entire sentence ... or even better, two or three sentences. Context is usually everything!
Answered by Anonymous
I'm writing a poem about a day when I don't know what to do. In my above sentence, I intend to say that I finished all my chores and that I don't avoid any difficulty or responsibility. Does this sentence imply this meaning?
Answered by Writeacher
"shirk" is a verb, but you're trying to use it as a noun! It won't work well, even in a poem meant to be funny! And I don't think you're trying to be funny, right?

http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shirk

It'd be better if you rephrase, using synonyms for "avoidance" or "irresponsibility" or other related word.

Answered by Writeacher
synonyms ~~> http://www.thesaurus.com
Answered by Anonymous
Would it sound better if I say, "I don't shirk?"
Answered by Writeacher
Ah, yes ... MUCH better!
Answered by Anonymous
Thank you so much! I have one more..."I chide myself on such a poor decision." Does "chide" work well here, or would you suggest that I use something different?
Answered by Writeacher
"Chide" works fine there, yes, but be sure to use the correct preposition with it. It should be ...

<i>I chide myself for such a poor decision.</i>
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