English for Today by Ganiu Abisoye Bamgbose (GAB)

Some lexical clarifications

What’s your complaint (not, complain)? The noun is complaint while the verb is complain. She complains always. She always has a complaint.

Have a safe journey (not, save). The word “safe” is an adjective while “save” is a verb. May God keep you safe always. We were saved by His grace!

It was a great relief (not, relieve). The word “relief” is a noun while relieve is an adjective. I pray for urgent relief. The drug was used to relieve pain.

Be mindful of word classes in your lexical choices.
GAB

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