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Grammar & Usage

Commonly Confused

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?

In which we definitively answer a thoroughly uncontentious question

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

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

'Capitol' or 'Capital'?

Explaining the difference

'Demur' and 'Demure': Not to be Confused

Don't be demure about using 'demur' and 'demure'

Is it 'forty' or 'fourty'?

This is usage

'Canceled' or 'cancelled'?

One L or two?

'Awhile' vs. 'A While'

There are rules, but who's listening?

Do you 'say your piece' or 'say your peace'?

The whole truth about a confusing idiom.

Is it 'used to' or 'use to'?

You'll get used to it

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?

And which is the United States?

When to Use It's vs. Its

A Simple Rule to Avoid Embarrassment

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

For example, the different ways to use them

'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.

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.

Should you 'quit' or 'resign'?

How to say you're outta there

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
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