"much" vs. "a lot of"

[Randy Alexander]

> Re Wilson's question and adj. vs. adv.:
> >[Does] "I don't drink much coffee" have the same meaning as "I don't
> >drink coffee much," in your opinion?
>
> My answer (contrary to Larry) is I take them as much the same.
>
> Joel

I don't drink coffee much, but when I do, I drink a lot.

Randy

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