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to be posted?’
In other questions, use any, anything etc: ‘Did you get any letters today?’ ‘Have you seen any
good films recently?’
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I’m not sure if she ha s some brothers or sisters.
I’m not sure if she has any brothers or sisters.
When talking about something unknown or uncertain (e.g. after if/whether), use any, anyone etc:
‘I doubt whether anyone will object.’ ‘I’m not sure if I’ve got any envelopes that size.’
4
On Tuesday we ‘re going to London for some days.
On Tuesday we’re going to London for a few days.
To refer to a very small number or amount, use a few (+ plural count noun) or a little (+
uncountable noun).
Compare: Tina: ‘I need some washing powder.’ Alex: ‘How much?’ Tina: ‘Oh, just a little.’
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