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Do not use
and
between two adjectives that come before a noun unless they describe similar
qualities, e.g. ‘a red and green umbrella’ (two colours), ‘a gold and silver bracelet’ (two materials),
‘a hunting and fishing knife’ (two functions).
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MANY 3
anger
1
I was surprised and anger that he did not apologize.
I was surprised and angry that he did not apologize.
Anger
is a noun and a verb: ‘The workers who lost their jobs expressed anger and resentment.’
‘The government’s handling of the affair has angered local residents.’ The adjective is
angry:
‘Some of the women felt angry about the way they were treated.’
2
He’ll have to learn how to control his anger.
He’ll have to learn how to control his temper.
control/keep/lose your temper
(NOT
anger):
‘The problem with George is that he can’t control
his temper.’ (= cannot stop himself from suddenly getting angry)
announce
The following day their father suddenly announced them that he was leaving.
The following day their father suddenly announced (to them) that he was leaving.
After
announce,
use
to
before the listener: ‘Shortly after losing the heavyweight title, he
announced (to the world’s press) that he was retiring from the ring.’
announcement
On almost every page there were announcements for cigarettes and tobacco.
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