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“Maxim” is known as a product name of instant coffee in Japan. When I knew that “Maxim” meant “wise saying”, something seemed a bit off.
Are my sentences correct?
“Maxim” is known as a product name of instant coffee in Japan. When I knew that “Maxim” meant “wise saying”, something seemed a bit off.
Are my sentences correct?
Are my sentences correct?
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Yes, correct. I would probably say "found out" instead of "knew".
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