Returning something that does not fit
It arrived two sizes out, the label is already off, and the return window is measured in days.
The phrase
I would rather exchange it than return it.10 words10 sentences
The ten words3 of 10
- 1exchange/ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/
verb
To swap one thing for another.
- 2postage/ˈpoʊstədʒ/
noun
What it costs to send something.
- 3collection/kəˈlekʃən/
noun
A courier coming to take something away.
- 4
courier
- 5
parcel
- 6
original
- 7
packaging
- 8
window
- 9
process
- 10
confirmation
Spell it1 of 3
The sentences3 of 10
I would rather exchange it than return it.
Who pays the postage in that case?
Could you arrange a collection from my address?
Pronunciation
postage/ˈpoʊstədʒ/
Two syllables ending in a soft J: POST-ij.
collection/kəˈlekʃən/
Stress the second syllable and the TI is SH: co-LEC-shun.
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Get the Pass7 days free, then USD 5.99 a monthOr try one for freeReporting a theft to the policeQuestions
- What do I say if I'd rather swap the item than return it?
- Say 'I would rather exchange it than return it.'
- What does collection mean here?
- It means a courier coming to pick something up, as in 'Could you arrange a collection from my address?'
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