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Commonly Confused

i.e. vs. e.g.

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

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

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i.e. vs. e.g.

 

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

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Fun, Funner, Funnest

 

Why does it sound strange to say 'funner' or 'funnest?'

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How to Remember the Spelling of 'Definitely'

 

A definitive answer.

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Some Odd Words with ISMO: "People Tipping"

 

Comedian ISMO on the complexities of the word 'tip'

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'One in the same' or 'One and the same'?

 

Is it all the same anyway?

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Old-School Grammar

 

Many of today's grammar rules can be traced to the opinions of one 18th century writer.

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How to Remember 'Affect' and 'Effect'

 

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

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