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Niwantha
"Ann's being ill" or "Ann being ill" - Which is correct in the following context?
Hi friends,
"Ann's being ill" or "Ann being ill" - Which is correct in the following context? Does this expression sound weird to you?
1) We will have to cancel the meeting due to Ann's being ill.
2) We will have to cancel the meeting due to Ann being ill.
Thanks in advance!
Niwantha
2019年7月18日 06:23
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The first one is technically correct, but many native speakers will use the second one. In normal conversation, both are fine. In formal writing, use the first option.
2019年7月18日
1
The 2nd, "...Anne being ill." is the correct one.
2019年7月18日
Thanks Bob!
2019年7月18日
1 is correct
2019年7月18日
Thanks!
2019年7月18日
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