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This tag is for questions about the omission of words that are superfluous and/or can be inferred from context. For the omission of only sounds or syllables, consider the "elision" tag instead.
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Why we could omit “it is”?
Sentence 1: We try to help whenever it is possible.
Sentence 2: We try to help whenever possible.
Sentence 3: I should like to be back here by 10.30 if it is possible.
Sentence 4: I should like to …
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Thank you for the most superb dinner (that) I’ve ever eaten
Sentence 1:Thank you for the most superb dinner that I’ve ever eaten.
Sentence 2:Thank you for the most superb dinner I’ve ever eaten
Which sentence is more natural to you?
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