Sometime, Some time and Sometimes
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Author: Bob
Updated Date 06/08/2011 23:35:28
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Common English Mistake: Most and Most of The
Most: refers to an unspecified group
Most of The X: refers to a specified group.
Common Errors:
Conclusion:
If you use "Most" only, it must be followed by a noun such as Most students
If you use "Most of", it must be followed by "the + noun". For example, Most of the students want to have high marks