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Commonly Confused

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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A simple way to keep them apart. (Most of the time.)

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

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Is It 'Hanger' or 'Hangar'?

 

How to remember which is which