
Is it a matt finish or a matte finish? - WordReference Forums
Dec 23, 2008 · Fresh from finished surfaces where I see that some of us write about a matt finish, others a matte finish. It's always matt (adjective) in my world, but I wonder about others?
Reversible between or with? - WordReference Forums
Jul 3, 2018 · "It's 100% cotton, with a matte finish and reversible between two shades of gray." Is it correct usage? If there are two sides of something, say, a glossy side and a matte side, is it …
Finalize/Finish - WordReference Forums
Apr 5, 2008 · What's the difference between "finalize/finalise" and "finish"? I am confused by the definitions. Don't they both mean end, terminate? So why cannot we use them …
the reason (that vs why) is (because) | WordReference Forums
Dec 20, 2010 · The reason that we didn't go is that it was snowing. OK The reason we didn't go is that it was snowing. BETTER In my opinion, unless someone screams at you, "WHAT IS …
have you already finished / have you finished yet - WordReference …
Sep 25, 2006 · Hello!! Can we alternately use 'already' and 'yet' in questions with no meaning difference? E.g. Have you already finished your sandwich? Have you finished your sandwich …
It has been a long time since we contacted each other
Oct 17, 2007 · I am writing an email to my customer, we haven't contacted each other for a long time. So, at the beginning of this email, can I write this?
Dipped in flat, satin, gloss | WordReference Forums
Apr 22, 2012 · Flat here refers to a matte finish of the paint. Satin and gloss also refer to paint finishes; and their meanings are self-explanatory in that context.
I don't want to hurry you - WordReference Forums
Nov 21, 2011 · If you don't have time and want your student to finish something very quickly, what do you say? I am sorry, but the time is running out. I have to hurry you. I don't want to hurry …
Flattening agent vs Flatting agent - WordReference Forums
Mar 28, 2019 · In the paint and finishing industry they produce paints that are glossy, semi-gloss, satin and matte finishes. To dull the paint they add a dulling agent, which is usually silica …
did he has or did he have? - WordReference Forums
Jul 13, 2011 · Did he has Did he have (Confussed is a wonderful word but it is confused - one 's' only)