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Apostrophes in Time Expressions

Are these expressions syntactically correct and semantically equivalent? What is general rules for "number-time noun" and "number time' noun" from semantic point of view?

  • "a day's work" vs "one-day work"
  • "two days' notice" vs "two-day notice"
  • "one year's pay" vs "one-year pay"

also see here.

Real Dreams
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