Sep 27, 2016 · I've seen in writing and on screen the phrase "but of course" used as a stand alone sentence. If one were to substitute just "of course" would the meaning change?

Jul 9, 2011 · The uses and meanings of 'course', 'class' and 'lesson' vary considerably between North American English and British English. North American English course This means a …

Older instances use "stay" meaning "stop," as in "stay of execution." The first few examples include "nothing could stay the course of Judas" meaning that Judas was committed to his …

Feb 19, 2016 · Of course no person would think that "Of course not" is the only possible response. In other words, we need more context to be able to answer- please edit your …

You can strengthen it by making a clearer argument in support of the notion that "prescriptions through the course of a month" and "prescriptions over the course of a month" have different …

Sep 22, 2015 · 9 "Of course" means that the statement should be obvious, or can go without saying. Someone hearing "Yes, of course." could reasonably assume that there was no …

Mar 29, 2011 · What is the origin of confirmative phrase "of course"? I assume it has something to do with sailing maybe?

Jan 28, 2013 · In the “ideal’ four-course meal for the Queen voted on for a BBC contest in 2006, the four courses are described as: Starter, Fish Course, Main Course, and Dessert. Entree is a …

It is due to this suppression of answer that yes, positive and no, negative. Again, what I am not sure is whether of course and of course not could be substituted for yes and no.

May 15, 2018 · The expression is from the 18th century and derived from the extended meaning and usage of “course” in the sense is series of action,in this case to be expected. Matter of …