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?

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

Tune in to learn the difference.

'Canceled' or 'cancelled'?

One L or two?

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.

'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.

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

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

What's the difference between 'sympathy' and 'empathy'?

You don't know how it feels

‘Blond’ and ‘Blonde’: Is there a difference?

They mean the same thing, but are used differently

'Nip it in the butt' or 'Nip it in the bud'?

We're gonna stop you right there

'Deduction' vs. 'Induction' vs. 'Abduction'

Mmm, logic

Is It 'jail' or 'prison'?

How they differ and overlap

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly

Here's your explanation, and you're welcome
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