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Commonly Confused

Further vs. Farther

They started as the same word, but their meanings have drifted apart over time.

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Further vs. Farther

 

They started as same word, but their meanings have drifted apart over time.

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Who vs. Whom

 

Good news for those who feel stuffy saying 'whom.'

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The awkward case of 'his or her'

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You don't have to end all your adverbs in -ly to talk right.

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i.e. vs. e.g.

 

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

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Its vs. It's

 

Some practical guidance, and interesting history, about a common mistake.

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Hopefully

 

We believe the popular usage of this word is correct

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