We all have those little pet peeves with how other people use language from time to time. Whether you’re someone who has to pick apart others’ social media posts over typos, or someone who cringes whenever you hear another person mispronounce certain words, or just someone who literally implodes every time someone uses the word […]
Have you ever found yourself confused about when to use peak, pique, or peek? Let’s unravel the mystery behind these three words and their meanings. In this article, I will explore the distinct meanings of the words peak, pique, and peek. These three words sound the same but have different definitions. Understanding the correct usage
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It took me the longest time to figure out when to use “whether”. I could spell it, given like a spelling test or something, but slipping it into my writing took longer for me to discern. And I’m not the only one. Have you ever found yourself unsure whether to use weather or whether in
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I’m not going to lie: I hate homophones. I really do. They’re the first hint that you can’t always trust your ears. Ready to delve into the nuances of the words “cite,” “site,” and “sight?” Understanding their distinctions is crucial for effective communication in American English. Cite with a ‘C’, say what you’ve read,Like quoting
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If there’s one rule that has always confused me about its existence, it’s the so-called rule that says you shouldn’t use contractions in writing. It just seems like one of those rules that is so ridiculous that it can’t possibly be a real rule, doesn’t it? And yet, I see people give this advice all
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I don’t know why, but for some reason while I was growing up, it got into my head that saying “further” made you sound more grown up than “farther.” Kind of like when a kid decides to stop saying “Mommy” and start saying “Mom” or stop saying “owie” in favor of “ouch”. A lot of
