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To: garrettjax who wrote (370338)	6/25/2010 7:13:13 PM
From: goldworldnet	1 Recommendation Respond to of 793999

Farther or Further? Farther refers to length or distance. It is the comparative form of the word far when referring to distance. Further means "to a greater degree," "additional," or "additionally." It refers to time or amount. It is the comparative form of the word far when meaning "much." Correct: London is farther north than Juneau. (Refers to distance) Correct: This plan requires further study. (Meaning "additional study," refers to amount) Correct: According to my timetable, we should be further along. (Refers to time) englishplus.com * * *