| Idx | 1437 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | indeed |
| Sub Entry Number | 1 |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | As for his new novel, I think it's worth reading indeed. |
| Correct Sentence | As for his new novel, I think it's certainly worth reading. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | As for his new novel, I think it's [[worth reading indeed]]. |
| Cloze Sentence | As for his new novel, I think it's [[certainly worth reading]]. |
| Cloze Answer | certainly worth reading |
| Choices | certainly worth reading | worth reading indeed |
| Explanation | Indeed is used (1) to introduce a statement that strengthens a previous point: 'We don't need any more high street banks. Indeed, there are too many already.' (2) to show that you agree with a previous statement or opinion: 'Cancer research has indeed come a long way in recent years.' To strengthen a point or opinion that has not been mentioned before, use certainly or definitely: 'He doesn't treat his staff very well but he certainly knows how to make money.' 'The first essay is excellent but the second one definitely doesn't deserve more than a 'C' grade.' |
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