Quote by Winston Churchill

Ending a sentence with a preposition is something up with which I will not put.

Ending a sentence with a preposition is something up with wh

Summary

This quote is a humorous statement that criticizes the traditional grammar rule against ending sentences with prepositions. It implies that the speaker finds this rule unnecessary and refuses to adhere to it. The quote playfully highlights the supposed absurdity of adhering to such a rigid grammar rule, suggesting that it is better to prioritize effective communication and natural language usage over strict grammatical conventions.

By Winston Churchill

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