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Commonly Confused

Its vs. It's

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


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

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Its vs. It's

 

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

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The History of 'Cynic'

 

How an ancient philosophical movement devoted to the pursuit of virtue came to describe eye-rolling criticism.

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Video: Why is there a 'c' in 'indict'?

 

And who put it there, anyway?

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The Serial Comma Explained

 

Why don't they call it the Merriam-Webster comma?

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Alright vs. All Right

 

Is 'alright' all right?

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Is singular 'they' a better choice?

 

The awkward case of 'his or her'

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Who vs. Whom

 

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