Here's a breakdown of why it's tricky to compare them:
* "With" is a preposition. It connects a noun or pronoun to the rest of the sentence, showing relationship or connection. Examples:
* "The cat slept with the dog." (Companionship)
* "She arrived with a gift." (Possession/accompaniment)
* "They painted the wall with blue paint." (Tool/means)
* "Those" is a demonstrative adjective, used to point out specific things already mentioned. It's often followed by a noun. Examples:
* "Those cookies are delicious." (Refers to cookies already mentioned)
* "Those are the students who aced the test." (Refers to students mentioned earlier)
Why comparing them is misleading:
* Meaning is key: The meaning of a sentence depends on the *entire* sentence, not just the last word. "He left with his friends" vs. "He left with a heavy heart" both end in "with," but the meaning is different.
* "Those" can be used to introduce a new thought, while "with" usually adds information to an existing one.
In short, there's no simple "with vs. those" rule. You have to consider the whole sentence to understand the meaning and function of each word.
Let me know if you have a specific example in mind, and I can help you analyze it!