Some people misuse the words overdo and overdue in their writing. This is understandable as these terms are heterographs, words that sound the same but… Continue reading
Overdo vs. Overdue
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Lend vs. Loan
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While lend is used as a verb and loan is used as a noun traditionally, many writers have been using the word loan as a… Continue reading
Amiable vs. Amicable
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Because both words have something to do with friendliness, amiable and amicable sometimes get mixed up by people. Both terms come from the Latin word… Continue reading
Confusing Words Exercise
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Complete the following sentences using an appropriate word or phrase. Answers The tweezers must be in the cupboard below / under the sink. If she… Continue reading
Can and Could Special Uses Exercise
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Can and could are modal auxiliaries used to express ideas such as ability, possibility and permission. They also have some special uses. For example, they… Continue reading