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Roky0071 Posted 12 years ago
Grammar

What is the difference between the two examples

1.Of course I recognize your handwriting.

2.I hereby recognize Mr. Smith.
  

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Your #1 is meaning #1 below. Your #2 is based on meaning #3 below. It is commonly said on formal occasions with the meaning that Mr Smith has the right to speak next.

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Your #1 is meaning #1 below.

Your #2 is based on meaning #3 below. It is commonly said on formal occasions with the meaning that Mr Smith has the right to speak next.

From http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/recognize

: to know and remember (someone or som