[or other] {adv.} — Used to emphasize indefinite words or phrasesbeginning with «some» .
Somehow or other, Linda managed to get tothe show on time.
I’ll think of something or other for theprogram.
She found a beautiful cup and saucer somewhere or other.
I’ll get around to cleaning the closets sometime or other.
Someone or other will take the letters to the post office.
Текст по английскому homework.
Как быть хорошим другом сказать по английски.
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