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Can I have coffee not a vs I have coffee not

Both phrases are incomplete and do not make complete sense on their own. However, if we assume that the first phrase is part of a question like 'Can I have coffee, not a tea?', it would be more appropriate. The second phrase seems to be missing context and does not convey a clear meaning.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 713 views

Can I have coffee not a

This phrase is correct when used as part of a question to express a preference for coffee over another beverage.

This phrase is typically used in a context where someone is making a choice between two options, expressing a preference for one over the other.

Examples:

  • Can I have coffee, not a tea?
  • Can I have coffee, not a latte?
  • Can I have coffee, not a soda?
  • Can I have coffee, not a juice?
  • Can I have coffee, not a hot chocolate?

I have coffee not

This phrase is incomplete and does not convey a clear meaning on its own.

This phrase would need additional context to make sense or be part of a longer sentence to convey a complete thought.
  • The bagels are very light and when I visit I pick up some breakfast sandwiches, when I eat in, i have coffee not bad. Its owned by a nice young asian couple and They keep the place nice and clean and also have a good staff . Bethpage Bagels ...
  • Jul 2, 2008 ... I never noticed (until today) that they only do this when I have coffee, not tea (and I add milk to my tea also). How funny is that? Now I'm wondering what other things they've trained me to do..... Posted by Eyes at 10:17 AM 10 ...
  • "Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us or we find it not." Ralph Waldo Emerson. ~. Having scones, jam and clotted cream plus (I have coffee) not tea is a delicious way to start the day..... More ...
  • Jan 23, 2015 ... I don't speak to anyone before I have coffee. Not even my husband, but he's well used to this. Thank heavens for Nespresso; the fashion world salutes you oh divine machine of caffeinated goodness. 8.00am Having torn the ...

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