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Hi, there Is it wrong to use “hurt” in this way, to mean “harm” “hinder the progress of”? “Disruptive students talking in class can hurt not only themselves, but also other students that actually want to learn” Thank you
Mar 2, 2021 1:54 PM
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Hi. This is a perfectly viable use of the verb to hurt. Well done Matt
March 2, 2021
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That sentence is perfect! Other alternatives: hold up, hinder, hold back, impede
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