While I was doing a quiz on an English grammar website, I saw this sentence
I do not have (too – enough) much time to prepare dinner
and "too" as the correct answer. But what I've learned and what is explained on the website, is "too … to" means more than necessary. I thought it was a mistake, but I've found many sentences like it on Google. Can you explain me its use in this sentence, please?
Best Answer
In a neutral situation, the sentence would read 'I don't have enough time...' However, the use of 'too + much' is intended to convey that there is some criticality or seriousness related to the situation. Perhaps he is cooking for his mother-in-law or he wishes to be excused on time from his work meeting, or both!
It is less formal and quite commonly used.