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Answer: Is it “Comprises”, or “Is Comprised Of”?
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pigsflew.livejournal.comIs it “comprises”, or “is comprised of”? (with an example from Marvel’s Iron Man)
“Comprise” is a verb that trips up many writers, even the most experienced grammar lovers. The word means “to be made up of”. The thing to remember about this word is that “comprises” and “is comprised of” are both possible correct formations of the word--what people get wrong is switching the subject and the object.
( Say what you mean )
“Comprise” is a verb that trips up many writers, even the most experienced grammar lovers. The word means “to be made up of”. The thing to remember about this word is that “comprises” and “is comprised of” are both possible correct formations of the word--what people get wrong is switching the subject and the object.
( Say what you mean )
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