Why ending a sentence with a preposition is perfectly acceptable
In short: You have likely been told that ending a sentence with a preposition is a grammatical sin. This video from Khan Academy debunks that long-held myth by exploring the history and context of the rule.
Khan Academy's grammarian-in-chief, David, explains that while many people believe it is incorrect to end sentences with prepositions, it is actually
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