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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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Literally

 

A word that (literally) drives people nuts

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The Schwa

 

The most common vowel sound in English causes many spelling problems.

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'All Intensive Purposes' or 'All Intents and Purposes'?

 

We're intent on clearing it up

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How Do You Pronounce 'Vase'?

 

And is one way more correct than the others?

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What Is an Eggcorn?

 

And how did it get that name?

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How Do You Pronounce 'Groceries'?

 

Is there one standard way?

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