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6 Dec 2022
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What does Share mean?
What does Share mean?
I’d like to know the meaning of “share” used in this context
The science fiction film, 'Pacific Rim', about an alien invasion, should also draw its share of adolescent boys.
The science fiction film, 'Pacific Rim', about an alien invasion, should also draw its share of adolescent boys.
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6 Dec 2022
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"Its share" means "a reasonably large portion/amount".
Ex:
"However, the book had its share of critics."
"You have had your share of fun today, now it's time to go home."
"I had my share of cake at the party"
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"Its share" means "a reasonably large portion/amount".
Ex:
"However, the book had its share of critics."
"You have had your share of fun today, now it's time to go home."
"I had my share of cake at the party"
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@Natitan Thanks! So, here, does it mean that the movie should attract a reasonably large portion of adolescent boys as its viewers?
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