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Inglés (US)
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They are not real or even based on historical figures.
Can I say "or even not based on"?
They are not real or even based on historical figures.
Can I say "or even not based on"?
Can I say "or even not based on"?
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6 jun 2015
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- Inglés (US)
- Chino simplificado
It may be better to use "nor" rather than "not or". "They are not real, nor (are they) even based on historical figures."
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- Inglés (US)
The first sentence sounds better. "They are not real or even based on historical figures." 'or even not based on' sounds awkward or unnatural.
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- Inglés (US)
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It may be better to use "nor" rather than "not or". "They are not real, nor (are they) even based on historical figures."
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