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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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Fun, Funner, Funnest

 

Why does it sound strange to say 'funner' or 'funnest?'

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Alright vs. All Right

 

Is 'alright' all right?

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Is It 'Hanger' or 'Hangar'?

 

How to remember which is which

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Why is there a 'd' in 'fridge' but not in 'refrigerator'?

 

Thawing one of the mysteries of English

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'Everyday' vs. 'Every Day'

 

A simple trick to keep them separate

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How to Remember 'Affect' and 'Effect'

 

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