Grammar & Usage

Commonly Confused

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?

And which is the United States?

What’s the difference between ‘cemetery’ and ‘graveyard’?

Graveyards are sometimes smaller, but not always.

The Difference Between 'i.e.' and 'e.g.'

For example, the different ways to use them

Is it 'forty' or 'fourty'?

This is usage

'Awhile' vs. 'A While'

There are rules, but who's listening?

When to Use It's vs. Its

A Simple Rule to Avoid Embarrassment

'Archaic' and 'Obsolete': What's the difference?

When Does the Dictionary Use These Labels?

Getting with the ‘Program’ (or ‘Programme’)

Tune in to learn the difference.

'Canceled' or 'cancelled'?

One L or two?

When To Use 'Discrete' vs 'Discreet'

Definitions and Examples for Easily Mixed-up Words

Is it 'hung' or 'hanged'?

And does it matter?

'Bring' vs. 'Take'

We can bring it if you can take it.

Guidance on 'Advise' vs. 'Advice'

One letter makes all the difference

'Sneaked' or 'Snuck': Which is correct?

It's a Modern English Mystery

Snuffing Out Confusion Between 'Flare' and 'Flair'

Sorting them out with style.

All right or alright?

Why your English teacher might be at odds with James Joyce, Mark Twain – and Pete Townshend.

'Just Deserts' or 'Just Desserts'?

The usage advice you deserve

'Complement' vs. 'Compliment'

The distinction is clear (now).

Is it 'autumn' or 'fall'?

Why does this season have two different names?

When To Use 'Then' and 'Than'

Here’s how to keep them straight.

Top 10 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

Commonly Confused Words, Vol. 1

'Pandemic' vs. 'Epidemic' vs. 'Endemic'

How they overlap and where they differ

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

We promise you're not the only one who has trouble with these words
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