Did you know that formal writing makes a very clear distinction between the terms "like" and "such as" when using them to cite examples? (Don't worry, I didn't know that either until I researched it a bit, but it does make sense!)
Both terms are used to make comparisons, and here is how to know when to correctly use each one.The term "like" is used if you're citing only one example. Look at the sentence below that demonstrates this.
Search engines like Google help people locate information quickly. Conversely, the phrase "such as" is used if you're citing more than one example. The sentence below shows this.
Search engines such as Google and Yahoo help people locate information quickly.
Try it out! Write two sentences where one uses the term "like" and the other uses the phrase "such as." Let's see how you do!
11 comments:
Through SAM training I learn to use software like MS Office 2007.
MS office 2007 has various software programs such as PowerPoint, Word, Access, and Excel.
Lia Muth
He selected a fruit like mango from the basket.
There are several fruits in the basket such as mangoes, oranges,, grapes, apples, and cherries.
Deidra W.
I do not like the fruit nasberry.
I went to the market and bought other fruits such as mango, oranges, peach and melon.
Patricia Thomas
Many people like physical sports such as basketball,football,or soccer.
I prefer a sport where there is less physical contact like gymnastics.
1. She wants to paint the house like light green.
2. She wants to paint the house with colors such as green, white, and beige.
Maria C. Torres
Books like "The Last Song" by Nicholas Sparks really make my heart weak.
Even though I love all dogs, specific breeds such as huskies and golden retrievers melt my heart.
Melissa Lobsinger
My patient like to watch the Dr.Oz show.
There are so many things I have do in the morning such as take the kids to school,go shopping, and take the car to garage.
Dorothea M.
I enjoy festivals where different cultures come together and have a good time like Calle Ocho or the Art Festival in Coconut Grove.
I love to do things that relaxes such as walking and listening to music.
CWillis
Companies like Walmart recieve new items daily.
Companies such as Walmart and Kmart always has a very large stock.
SHENEA WALKER
-The most effective media are often very expensive such as television and direct mail.
-To advertise your product and reach your desired market you should use something like television.
Roxana Alvarez
March 10, 2010
Programs like the Red Cross help people in need.
Programs such as the Red Cross and Salvation Army help people in need.
KByfield
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