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22 Oct 2021
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"My tray is raised at the edge. I think It's because it prevents things from falling off it."
Hello! Do you think the sentence above sounds natural? Thank you!
"My tray is raised at the edge. I think It's because it prevents things from falling off it."
Hello! Do you think the sentence above sounds natural? Thank you!
Hello! Do you think the sentence above sounds natural? Thank you!
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22 Oct 2021
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Yes, perfectly natural.
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Yes, it is correct, but it would sound a bit more natural if you say "I think it's like this because it prevents things from falling off it." The sentence is more easily understood as well. I hope this helps!
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@Lourdes__ Ahh, "it's like this" is necessary! Thank you!
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