Concetti Chiave
- The word "tick" denotes a mark, like a check or dot, used to note or highlight items on a list.
- "Tick" also describes the sound of a clock marking seconds or a brief moment in time.
- The phrase "cross out" means drawing a line through words to indicate they are no longer important.
- "Cross out" is synonymous with "cross off," both implying the removal of items from consideration.
- These terms are often applied in list-making, emphasizing organization and prioritization.
Tick
The word tick refers to a mark, such as a check or dot, that is used to note an item on a list. It can serve to remind, highlight, or remove an item from the list.
Tick the second item on our agenda to note that we have talked about it. Now, let's focus on the next item.
When I made my list of things to do, I put a tick next to studying for my history test. My parents promised me a reward if I do well.
The word tick has several other meanings.
The clock by my bed was ticking so loudly that I could not sleep. I kept expecting the alarm to ring!
I will be finished in a tick! I can meet you downstairs in the blink of an eye so have some patience.
Cross Out
The phrase cross out refers to a line drawn through a word or words to show that it or they are no longer important.
Make sure you cross out hamburger meat. We decided to focus on pasta dishes when preparing the menu for Sunday night.
Cross out my name! I do not want to be on a waiting list. If I cannot get tickets today, I will not go to the concert at all.
The phrase cross off is similar in meaning to cross out. This phrase refers to a line drawn through a word or words to show that it or they are no longer important and should be taken off the list.
Her name should be crossed off the list of candidates. She will not be able to withstand the pressure of a political campaign.
I intend to cross off all sweets from my shopping list. I need to keep my eye on the prize and stop eating unhealthy foods that lead to weight gain.
Domande da interrogazione
- ¿Qué significa la palabra "tick" en el contexto de una lista?
- ¿Cómo se utiliza la frase "cross out" en una lista?
- ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre "cross out" y "cross off"?
La palabra "tick" se refiere a una marca, como un cheque o punto, que se utiliza para señalar un elemento en una lista, sirviendo para recordar, resaltar o eliminar un elemento de la misma.
La frase "cross out" se refiere a trazar una línea a través de una palabra o palabras para mostrar que ya no son importantes, indicando que deben ser eliminadas de la lista.
Ambas frases son similares en significado, ya que ambas implican eliminar palabras de una lista, pero "cross off" también sugiere que las palabras deben ser eliminadas porque ya no son relevantes o necesarias.