1. He isn't the man to *desert* me.
(What other verbs can we use instead of 'desert'?
2. The new coach is teaching students in a calm manner.
3. The new coach is teaching students in a calm way.
4. The new coach is teaching students calmly.
(Are the three sentences the same? Which is commonly used, 'manner' or 'way'?)
1 -- "forsake" and "leave" are the two I can think of right now.
2, 3, 4 -- Yes, all mean approximately the same thing. #4 is probably the most commonly used of the three.
1 -- abandon, forsake
1. Instead of "desert," you can use several other verbs that convey a similar meaning. Here are some alternatives:
- Abandon
- Forsake
- Leave
- Betray
- Neglect
2. The three sentences are indeed similar in meaning. All of them convey the idea that the new coach is teaching students calmly or in a calm manner.
3. Both "manner" and "way" can be used to describe how something is done. However, "manner" is more formal and is typically used in more formal contexts, whereas "way" is more common in everyday language. So, in most cases, "way" would be the more commonly used term. However, it ultimately depends on the context and the style of writing or speaking you are aiming for.