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May 2016
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Lend And Borrow

AUSTRALIA PLUS
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Lend and borrow Borrow something [from someone] Lend something [to someone] Lend someone [something] We use borrow to say that we take something temporarily with the intention of giving it back. Do you mind if I borrow a few dollars for the bus? That book looks great, may I borrow it once you have finished? We use lend to say that we give something temp ... Show More
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