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a side of him that she didn't know of vs a side of him that she didn't know

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'A side of him that she didn't know of' implies that there is a specific aspect or characteristic of him that she was unaware of. On the other hand, 'a side of him that she didn't know' is more general and refers to any undisclosed aspect of his personality or behavior.

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This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"a side of him that she didn't know of"

This phrase is used when referring to a specific aspect or characteristic of someone that was previously unknown to another person.

Examples:

  • She discovered a side of him that she didn't know of before.
  • There was a side of him that she didn't know of, hidden beneath his tough exterior.

Alternatives:

  • a side of him that she was unaware of
  • a side of him that she had not known of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

"a side of him that she didn't know"

This phrase is more general and can refer to any undisclosed aspect of someone's personality or behavior.

Examples:

  • She discovered a side of him that she didn't know existed.
  • There was a side of him that she didn't know, even after years of friendship.

Alternatives:

  • a side of him that she was unaware of
  • a side of him that she had not known

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