Preposition: 1. a word or phrase used to relate a noun or a pronoun to another part of a sentence; 2. to position in advance. Proposition: 1. a plan or offer suggested for acceptance; 2. a matter to be dealt with; 3. to propose a private bargain.
Clench = (1) to close tightly, and (2) to grasp or grip tightly. Clinch = to settle conclusively.
A fiancé is a man engaged to be married. A fiancée is a woman engaged to be married.
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Another think coming is the original phrase. Another thing coming is an alternative form popularized on the mistaken belief that the original is wrong (and the original is grammatically awkward, but intentionally so).
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They are interchangeable as conjunctions, but not interchangeable where though is an adverb meaning however or nevertheless. Although doesn’t work as an adverb.
Transvestite: a person who dresses in a manner traditionally associated with the opposite sex. Transsexual: one who wishes to be considered as a member of the opposite biological sex. Transgender: a general term covering many people who don’t conform to traditional gender roles.
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Antennas = metallic apparatuses used to receive signals. Antennae = insect appendages.
