I1 am new2, but have quickly become addicted to perlmonks because of the amazingly quick answers and numerous3 friendly monks. However, my poor English is indeed a barrier to communication. So, could you please point out grammar mistakes in my posts? I want to make myself understood clearly.4

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    non-Perl: Andy Ford

    In reply to Re: point out grammar mistake by andyford
    in thread point out grammar mistake by xiaoyafeng

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