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Определение и Значение "or else"

or else
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вместо или в качестве альтернативы

used to imagine how things would be if the situation was different

What is the origin of the idiom "or else" and when to use it?

The idiom "or else" is believed to have originated from Middle English, evolving from the combination of the Old English words "ēr" (before) and "elles" (else). It is commonly used in English to introduce a consequence or alternative course of action that will occur if a specified condition is not met. This expression is used to suggest a possible outcome or consequence that might follow if circumstances were to change.

02

Или страдать от последствий

used to threaten someone or seriously warn them

What is the origin of the idiom "or else" and when to use it?

The idiom "or else" likely originates from Old English and has been in use for centuries. It is used to introduce a consequence, typically a negative one, that will occur if a specific action or condition is not met.

2.1

Или страдать от последствий

used to give warning to someone that bad things will happen if something does not happen the way one expects or they do not do something as one says
example
Пример
examples
You could drive across France, or else fly to Geneva and hire a car.
Hand in your report by the end of the day, or else your project might get delayed.
Pay your bills on time, or else you'll incur late fees.
We must be there by six, or else we'll miss the beginning.
Tell me the truth, or else!
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used for suggesting an alternative

example
Пример
examples
You could drive across France, or else fly to Geneva and hire a car.
Hand in your report by the end of the day, or else your project might get delayed.
Pay your bills on time, or else you'll incur late fees.
We must be there by six, or else we'll miss the beginning.
Tell me the truth, or else!
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