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Mr.Libyan
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by Mr.Libyan » Sat Jun 30, 2007 6:02 pm
Which one is better?
1) I graduated as the fifth one on the class
2) I came the fifth one on the class
3) I was the best fifth one in the class
4) I GRADUATED THE FIFTH IN THE CLASS
ANY comment please
Buddhaheart
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by Buddhaheart » Sat Jun 30, 2007 6:13 pm
Here're some examples:
I graduated as the fifth top student in my class.
I ranked fifth in my graduating class.
I was the graduate with a score that ranked 5th (from the top) in my class.
Lynn
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by Lynn » Sun Jul 01, 2007 9:28 am
American English, the most common form is:
"I graduated fifth in my class."
Blessings <>< Lynn
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Mr.Libyan
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by Mr.Libyan » Sun Jul 01, 2007 6:55 pm
Thank you so much for your replies