“The reason is because” is common, but many teachers and editors find it awkward. Here is why, and what to say instead.
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Incite vs. instigate: what is the difference?
Incite usually means urging people toward action. Instigate usually means starting an event or trouble. Learn the contrast clearly.
Different from, different than, and different to
Different from is the standard choice. Different than and different to also appear in common usage, depending on grammar and region.
Shade and shadow: what is the difference?
Learn when to use shade for shelter from light and shadow for the dark shape made when something blocks a light source, with clear examples.
Collocation Error Correction in Reports Exercise
C1 ESL multiple-choice gap-fill exercise on collocation error correction in report writing. Each item has one correct answer.