usage of a something in the sentence - English Language Learners . . . In your sentence the author is referring to #3: a something is some particular member of the set ‘something’ This is an unusual usage, because ordinary language is not designed for talking about itself; but under the circumstances it is entirely proper
grammar - from something to something to something - English Language . . . Yes This is one type of structure for listing a few examples of something "Students are considering many factors in choosing a university, from the price of tuition to the size of the dorm rooms to the reputation of the professors "
construction - the + adjective + of + something - English Language . . . 1 I've came across the sizzling of [something] and I've found out sizzling is an adjective However, I can't understand the construction the [adj] of [sth] All I know is the construction the [adj] as in the rich (meaning rich people) This is the context of a description of a kitchen