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Rommel Posted 8 years ago
Grammar

Is it acceptable to use ‘at a loss’ and ‘lean on’ in the sentence?

Is it acceptable to use ‘at a loss’ and ‘lean on’ in the sentence?

Cindy says she has never felt alone and at a loss because her father is there – her best friend and her shoulder to lean on.

  

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Hi Yes, both of those are good idioms. To be at a loss is to be confused or uncertain about what to do. To lean on someone's shoulder is to rely on them for help or comfort.

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Hi

Yes, both of those are good idioms. To be at a loss is to be confused or uncertain about what to do. To lean on someone's shoulder is to rely on them for help or comfort. The sentence is good

Dave