The English Language
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It also has an older and now little used meaning in the phrase "a nice distinction" where it roughly means something that needs careful or subtle thinking.
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Thanks.Andy Stoker wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:06 amDepends on the context. Normally it means just pleasant and we would qualify it (e.g. that was a a really nice sacrifice") It's a weak word - we try to avoid writing it if there is a suitable alternative
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Means the same as fine distinction?Michael Farthing wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 11:58 amIt also has an older and now little used meaning in the phrase "a nice distinction" where it roughly means something that needs careful or subtle thinking.
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A "nice distinction" is usually a good distinction but a "fine distinction" would either mean (depending on the context) a better (than nice) one or, more usually, a very small difference between two things.
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Thanks.
What does 'commanding' mean in:
But the most important strategic element in this position is the
strong centralized e5-knight which, in imperial style, lies on a commanding outpost.
? Thanks in advance
What does 'commanding' mean in:
But the most important strategic element in this position is the
strong centralized e5-knight which, in imperial style, lies on a commanding outpost.
? Thanks in advance
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Commanding means dominant or controlling.
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Thanks.
What does Paranoia mean?
Before we go on, I have to say that I do not really believe in ratings. I also find the entire paranoia that revolves around them pretty much irrelevant.
What does Paranoia mean?
Before we go on, I have to say that I do not really believe in ratings. I also find the entire paranoia that revolves around them pretty much irrelevant.
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A dictionary definition -
1. a mental disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur
2. a tendency towards excessive or irrational suspiciousness and distrustfulness
In the specific quote you gave, above, the use of the word 'paranoia' is an exaggeration and it simply means the author believes that players should not be concerned (paranoid/worried) about ratings - neither their own nor others'.
1. a mental disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur
2. a tendency towards excessive or irrational suspiciousness and distrustfulness
In the specific quote you gave, above, the use of the word 'paranoia' is an exaggeration and it simply means the author believes that players should not be concerned (paranoid/worried) about ratings - neither their own nor others'.
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What does practice mean in:
Thanks in advance
- Try to understand it [= the symbol +/=] and benefit as much as possible from its almost mythical significance in the world of modem chess practice
I have therefore opted for a combined approach: 50 examples from my practice and 25 of other, outstanding players.
I would like to thank him for the way he taught me to understand and practice chess.
The most important element in modern chess practice is probably correct planning.
Thanks in advance
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Too much concern includes the greed for rating, not specifically adressing sense 1.John McKenna wrote: ↑Wed Nov 21, 2018 8:50 pmA dictionary definition -
1. a mental disorder characterized by delusions of persecution or grandeur
2. a tendency towards excessive or irrational suspiciousness and distrustfulness
In the specific quote you gave, above, the use of the word 'paranoia' is an exaggeration and it simply means the author believes that players should not be concerned (paranoid/worried) about ratings - neither their own nor others'.
But there are people who have a high opinion of themselves simply because of their higher rating. For example4, a prerequisite for becoming a 2nd hand (from 3rd hand) coach here is to have a 1800 rating, and for a 1st hand coach is to have a 2200 rating.
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chess 'practice' (noun) = chess games
practise (verb) chess = play chess
practise (verb) chess = play chess
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Can practice mean activity?
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'drum up' seems to mean differntly in
Black needs some primitive action, but this is not easy to drum up.
right?
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I don't understand sir. chess has been played the same since the Renaissance (except for the enpassant rule)John McKenna wrote: ↑Thu Nov 22, 2018 7:35 amchess 'practice' (noun) = chess games
practise (verb) chess = play chess
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That may well be so.
However, it has nothing to do with your question.
Chess 'practice' in your q. means chess games.
I added the nice distinction that the word is spelled with an 's' instead of a 'c' when used as a verb rather than a noun.
Q. What extracurricular activity are you going to this evening?
A. Football practice - I'm practising to become a pro.
However, it has nothing to do with your question.
Chess 'practice' in your q. means chess games.
I added the nice distinction that the word is spelled with an 's' instead of a 'c' when used as a verb rather than a noun.
Yes in a sense, e.g. -
Q. What extracurricular activity are you going to this evening?
A. Football practice - I'm practising to become a pro.