Avoiding Repetitions

English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (Dr GAB)

Avoiding Repetitions

Can I use your torch light (nonstandard)?
Can I use your torch (standard)?
Can I use your flashlight (standard)?

I don’t wear short knickers (nonstandard).
I don’t wear shorts (standard).
I don’t wear knickers (standard).

Please return it back (nonstandard).
Please return it (standard).
Please give it back (standard).
GAB