| Idx | 1545 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | kindly |
| Sub Entry Number | 2 |
| Type of Sentence | ? |
| Error Sentence | I wonder if you would kindly correct my mistakes. |
| Correct Sentence | I wonder if you could possibly correct my mistakes. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | I wonder if you [[would kindly]] correct my mistakes. |
| Cloze Sentence | I wonder if you [[could possibly]] correct my mistakes. |
| Cloze Answer | could possibly |
| Choices | could possibly | would kindly |
| Explanation | Kindly is used to mean 'please' only in formal styles. When used inappropriately, it can sound sarcastic or even express anger: 'Would you kindly keep your hands to yourself.' |
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