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Why is Learning Foreign Languages Exciting?
At school, we learn a foreign language for several years, in most cases, because of the academic program. For our age and brief life experience, we underestimate the importance of knowing a different…
Receipt vs. Invoice
In the realm of commerce and finance, the terms receipt and invoice are frequently used, often leading to confusion due to their distinct definitions and application…
Chips vs. Crisps
The terms 'chips' and 'crisps' commonly lead to confusion, primarily due to regional variations in English. Understanding the usage and meaning of each term is essen…
peace, piece
Peace is “tranquility” or “the absence of war.”
Piece means a “portion” or “part,” usually of a larger item or group of similar items.
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deferred - correct spelling
deferred verb (past tense and past participle of the verb defer) and adjective
Example: We deferred to him because of his experience in the business. verb
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Offer vs. Offering
If "offer" and "offering" are confusing and causing you to question their accuracy in several phrases, then this article will certainly help you clarify some essential aspects about these words. Chec…
French Fries vs. French Horn
Introduction The words 'French Fries' and 'French Horn' both incorporate the adjective 'French,' which can sometimes lead to confusion, but they refer to entirely different concepts in the English la…
necessary - correct spelling
necessary - adjective and noun  
Example: The weather caused a necessary change in our plans. adjective
Example: We view this item as a necessary for our …
Bid vs. Bide
Bid Firstly, let us explore the word "bid." As a verb, "bid" typically refers to making an offer, especially in an auction or competitive situation. It implies an act of suggesting a price for an …
Across vs. Cross
Definition and Spatial Connotations: "Across" is a preposition and adverb commonly used to describe movement from one side to another, usually indicating a traversing action over a barrier, obstacle…
preferred - correct spelling
preferred - verb (past tense and past participle of the verb prefer) and adjective  
Not prefered.
Example: She preferred to dine alone. verb
E…
Demonstrative Sentence
Among many types of sentences one type is demonstrative sentences. The name may not be very clear as to the meaning and usage of declarative sentence sin English language as demonstrative means to de…
generic - vocabulary
adjective
Referring to or applicable to all members of a group, kind, or class. In biology, of or referring to a genus. In law, a word not protected by trademark, as in The word “cola” is a generi…
Gray vs. Grey
Which is correct, Grey or Gray? What is the difference? These common questions, which many writer, and indeed readers ask, have never been fully answered. The quick answer is simple. There is no di…
Further vs. Farther
Further research is necessary. The red car is farther away than the blue car. Contrary to popular opinion, further and farther don't have the same meaning. Basically, further refers to something that…
Peddle vs. Pedal
English spelling is full of apparent idiosyncrasies – native speakers and learners alike grapple with doubling consonants, how to form plurals, ‘i’ before ‘e’ except after ‘c’’, and have to dodge ump…
Frequently Asked Questions
A lot or Alot?
A or An?
Accept or Except?
Acronyms and Initialisms?
Active or Passive Verbs?
Affect or Effect?
All Ready or Already?
Allusion or Illusion?
Among or Am…
Catalog vs. Catalogue
English is a language used in various countries and those countries have made modifications to the language according to their own requirements. Those modifications include changing spellings of nume…
Gross vs. Net
Gross vs. Net: Unraveling Financial Terminology Within the financial landscape, the terms "gross" and "net" play pivotal roles in assessing and understanding various financial aspects. This article a…


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A She had finished her book last week.
B They are going to the concert tonight.
C We will have completed the project by Monday.
D She has been gardening all morning.

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