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How to Use a Dictionary

Dictionaries are overflowing with interesting information! Here's how to get the most out of your dictionary.


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How to Use a Dictionary

 

The best way to find information in the dictionary

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Its vs. It's

 

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

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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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There, They're, Their

 

There, there. We'll sort it out.

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Is singular 'they' a better choice?

 

The awkward case of 'his or her'

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'Mispronunciations' That May Be Fine

 

'Mischievous,' 'nuclear,' and other words to pronounce with caution.

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Fun, Funner, Funnest

 

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