Monday, April 29, 2013

3 Phrase Diet: Week 5

Welcome to Week 5 of the 3 phrase diet.

To the best of my knowledge
This is a phrase we use when we have knowledge of a subject, event or person but not a significant amount of knowledge about the subject, event or person.

A: How will the weather be tomorrow?
B: Sunny to the best of my knowledge.

That's about the size of it
This phrase is used to sum up a story, problem or situation.

A: My writing project needs to be about 600 words and contain references and citations from the text. I also need to include my opinion and examples to support that opinion.
B: Is there anything else?
A: No, that's about the size of it.

Once and for all
This phrase is used to indicate a final declaration complete an action or argument.

I've been playing this video game for 2 years! I'm going to finish it once and for all.

Speak Bravely!

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