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Affect vs. Effect

Here's the lowdown on what may be the most confusing pair of words in the English language.

Here's the lowdown on what may be the most confusing pair of words in the English language.

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Affect vs. Effect

 

Here's the lowdown on what may be the most confusing pair of words in the English language.

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Often used, often confused. Here's some guidance and insight.

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A simple way to keep them apart. (Most of the time.)

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