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more than

fixed phr..
A1 Beginner Oxford

fixed phr.. A phrase used to show that a number or amount is bigger than another one. You can also use it to compare qualities, like saying something is 'more interesting than' something else.

fixed phr.. A comparative construction used to indicate that a quantity, quality, or degree exceeds a specified point of reference.


SIMPLE

It costs more than fifty dollars.

CONTEXTUAL

She has more than enough experience for the job, so she should be hired.

COMPLEX

The novel's conclusion was far more than a simple resolution; it was a philosophical statement on the nature of memory itself.

Usage

This phrase can be followed by a number, a noun, or a clause to make a comparison.

Teaching tip

Contrast 'more' + adjective (e.g., 'more beautiful') with single-word comparatives (e.g., 'bigger') to clarify the rules for forming comparisons.

Pitfall

He is more tall than me.He is taller than me.For short adjectives like 'tall', add '-er' to form the comparative instead of using 'more'.

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