as per Many people start off letters with as per your request and similar fluff.For many years, standard texts on writing have condemned this wordy and pompous expression: This hybrid is inexcusable. Instead... |
as well as See coupled with, as well as, along with, together with, not to mention
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as, because, since, for We have several words showing causation: as, because, since, for. Be careful in your use of as to show a causal connecti... |
as, like Back in the olden days, when tobacco companies advertised on TV, Winston used the slogan: Winston tastes good like a cigarette should. In that sentence, the word like acts a... |
ascend - correct spelling ascend verb
Example: She will ascend to upper management.... |
ascetic - vocabulary ascetic - adjective
Given to severe self-denial and practicing excessive abstinence and devotion. Hester sought not to acquire anything beyond a subsistence, of the plainest and most ... |
askance - vocabulary askance - adverb
Usually describes the act of looking or glancing; with suspicion or mistrust, as in He looked askance at his boss, who seemed to bring bad tidings. “Do you supp... |
Aspiration vs. Inspiration Aspiration and inspiration are two words that have little spelling difference but a huge diff... |
Assent vs. Ascent vs. Accent He assented to d... |
assiduous - vocabulary assiduous - adjective
Constant or unremitting activity, as in assiduous exercise; constant in application or effort; diligent or persevering, as in an assiduous medical student. ... |
assistance - correct spelling assistance noun
Example: Let me give you some assistance.... |
assistant - correct spelling assistant noun
Example: He served as the CEO’s assistant.... |
associate - correct spelling associate noun and verb
Example: She is a new associate with the law firm. noun
Example: ... |
association - correct spelling association noun
Example: This trade association lobbied for the bill.... |
assuage - vocabulary assuage - verb
To cause to be less harsh, severe, or violent, usually in reference to appetite, pain, disease, or excitement, as in She assuaged the pain of her terminally ill patient. ... |
Assume vs Presume Assume The verb assume means to take something upon without any proof. Some synonyms are to suppose, or take for granted. Assume can also mean to begin to have some power or huge responsibility. Assume originated from the Lati... |
Assure vs. Ensure vs. Insure The heading might give the creeps for if you might ... |
astringent - vocabulary astringent - noun
A substance that contracts canals or tissues in the body; in cosmetics, a substance that cleans the skin and constricts the pores.adjective
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Astronomy vs. Astrology Introduction The terms "astronomy" and "astrology" are often confused due to their similar etymological roots and shared focus on celestial bodies. However, they represent fundamentally different fields with distinct methodologies, objec... |
ate - correct spelling ate verb (past tense of the verb eat)Example: He ate a nutritious breakfast.... |
atheist - correct spelling atheist noun
Example: The atheist objected to the Pledge of Allegiance.... |
athletic - correct spelling athletic adjective and noun (athletics)Example: He excelled in athletic activities. adjectiv... |
attempt - correct spelling attempt noun and verb
Example: The doctor will attempt to reattach the severed finger. verb
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attendance - correct spelling attendance noun
Example: Your attendance at the writing course will improve your skills.... |
attention - correct spelling attention noun
Example: Give the teacher your full attention.... |
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