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Tip #617: Serve vs. service


Use the verb 'serve' when referring to people. Use the verb 'service' when referring to things. For example: All computers will be serviced on the 16th. All our clients are served within an hour.





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Quiz of the week

Use the appropriate verb:
1. We are scheduled to ___________ (serve, service) the refrigeration units next Monday.
2. Our office ___________ (serves, services) walk-in customers
throughout the day.
3. It is our pleasure to ___________ (serve, service) the people of this city.
4. Our company can ___________ (serve, service) all of the vans for an additional fee.



 



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