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Cataphoric Reference
Cataphorism is a grammatical expression that refers to a word or a phrase that links to another word or phrase which was used after in the same textExample:If you call him, tell Sam to come as soon a…
Apposition
In English grammar two words can be in apposition with each other. Did you get it? If not, keep reading because in this article I will be discussing about the term apposition and its grammatical mean…
Finite Verb
Among many different forms of verbs, finite verbs is one of the less known. You may or may not be aware of it but it is a very integral part of the English grammar.Today I will discuss finite verb in…
Multiple meaning words
Word number 1: SpareFirst meaning: Spare someone's life-let someone liveE.g. The knight decided to spare the dragon's life.Second meaning: Spare as in spare tire-additionalE.g. Do you have a spare ti…
show vs. shew
Professor R. L. Trask (Ph.D. in linguistics) has the following to say on show and shew: Except in quotations and in certain legal contexts, the spelling shew for show is now obsolete and should …
Childish vs. Childlike
Childish vs. Childlike: Navigating Distinctions in Behavior Understanding the differences between "childish" and "childlike" involves recognizing variations in behavior and connotations. This article…
Absorb vs. Absorbent
To soak up liquid.To take in information.If something absorbs you, it takes up all your attention.
Something that soaks up liquid, such as a washcloth, towel, or sponge, is absorbent.
Accept vs. Except
To take something that you are offered.To agree to something.
Apart from.But for the fact that.
Choose vs. Chose
Chose" is the past tense of "choose". These two words can be used differently in sentences to express certain meanings.
Beginning with "choose", a verb that can be expressed in both transitive and…
Badge vs. Badger
A small sign with a picture, name, or message on it that you pin to your clothes.
A mammal with a gray body and a black and white head that lives in a burrow and comes out at night to eat.To keep …
Ball vs. Bawl
The English language is rich and diverse, with many words that sound similar but have completely different meanings. "Ball" and "bawl" are two such words that are of…
Bare vs. Bear
The English language is full of homophones, words that sound the same but have different meanings. "Bare" and "bear" are two such words that are often confused due t…
Be vs. Bee
The English language is a rich tapestry of words, each with its own unique meaning and purpose. Among these words, "be" and "bee" stand out as homophones, causing co…
Fast vs. Fat
Moving in a hurry or quick.To give up eating food for a time.Fast colors or dyes don't run or fade when you wash them.Ahead of the right time.
Heavy or plump.An oily substance found in the body ti…
Flour vs. Flower
Ground wheat or other grain that you use for baking.
The colored part of a plant that produces seeds or fruit.To produce flowers.A plant that has flowers.
Depository vs. Repository: Do They Mean the Same?

In what ways are “Depository” and “Repository” similar?
“Depository” is a noun, is Latin in origin, and is defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as “a place where something is placed, especial…
Acronym vs Anacronym
Do you know the difference between the words Acronym vs Anacronym? 
At first glance, we might be tempted to think that the two words, “an acronym,” mistakenly merged into the one word, “anacr…
Born in vs. Born at
In English, prepositions such as "at" and "in" are used to convey different types of information about time and place. When referring to a person's birthplace, "born at" and "born in" are two common …
The Singular 'Their'
In traditional grammar, 'their' is a plural pronoun used to indicate possession by more than one person. However, in modern usage, it has found a place as a gender-neutral singular pronoun, addressi…
Healthcare vs. Health Care
1. Healthcare "Healthcare" is a closed, compound word that has become widely accepted, especially in American English. It is used to refer to the organized provision of medical services, including pr…
Drop off vs. Drop-off
Introduction The English language contains numerous phrases and compound words that can often lead to confusion, particularly for non-native speakers. Two such terms are "drop off" and "drop-off." De…
Stocks vs. Shares
In the financial world, the terms 'stocks' and 'shares' are frequently used to describe ownership in a company. However, despite their common interchangeability in e…
Taxi vs. Cab
The terms 'taxi' and 'cab' are often used interchangeably to refer to vehicles for hire that transport passengers for a fee. However, a closer examination reveals di…
Nose vs. Knows
The English language is a complex tapestry woven with words that, despite sounding alike, can have vastly different meanings and origins. Among such pairs are the words 'nose' and


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Identify the sentence with a subject-verb agreement error:
A Neither the cat nor the dog were hungry.
B Each of the students has completed their assignment.
C The book on the shelf belongs to Mary.
D The team of players is ready for the match.

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