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  1. word choice - "Suffer" vs. "suffer from" - English Language

    Sep 25, 2013 · suffer from interference from other transmitters would be correct, corresponding to example 1.1; and ommitting the ‘from’ does not correspond to any of the examples there …

  2. What is the difference between "suffer for" and "suffer from"?

    May 6, 2021 · 1 "Suffer for" introduces a reason for punishment or suffering that is typically caused by other human beings, and which people either choose to accept because of what …

  3. What does “I don't suffer from insanity” mean? [closed]

    Sep 5, 2015 · I don't suffer from insanity. In this case — as made clear by the enjoyment — insanity is not something to suffer; it's not a trouble. The complete quote is an example of a …

  4. meaning - It suffered me a lot or it made me suffer a lot? - English ...

    Aug 29, 2020 · I understand that the second sentence (it made me suffer a lot) is correct, but could anyone please explain why? I couldn't find an explanation on the internet. Many thanks.

  5. What do I use in this instance? Suffering or suffer? [duplicate]

    Feb 11, 2019 · I enjoy watching people suffering. I enjoy watching people suffer. I feel more comfortable using the second one, but I also think that the first one is right... so which one …

  6. Phrase with similar meaning to "don't suffer fools gladly/lightly"

    Jul 12, 2018 · 0 I am looking for a phrase that is similar to "he doesn't suffer fools gladly" it is something like "he'd sooner walk through you, than around" likely UK/Irish in origin. I read it in …

  7. People that rejoice in others' suffering [duplicate]

    Jul 13, 2017 · I would like to know what terms can be used in English to refer to people that rejoice in other people's suffering (as opposed to empathizing with such people). What are …

  8. Suffered from vs suffered - English Language & Usage Stack …

    Oct 26, 2013 · Suffer from, on the other hand, is generally used when referring to the continuing consequences of a negative event or experience: For the last few years of her life she suffered …

  9. What does this quote/excerpt mean? - English Language & Usage …

    If you know yourself but not the enemy, for every victory gained, you will suffer defeat. If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles.

  10. What is the name for a torture device that uses electricity to make …

    Feb 10, 2015 · What is the name for a torture device that uses electricity to make the victim suffer? Not as powerful as an electric chair that kills the victim outright but something which …