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Patty vs paddy

Patty and paddy are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words patty and paddy, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. A patty is something formed into a flat, small cake. The word patty is most often used when describing food, such as a meat patty or a peppermint candy patty. Patty is …

Catch vs. Ketch

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Catch and ketch are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words catch and ketch, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Catch may be used as an irregular verb to mean to capture or snare something; to take hold of something that has been thrown; to grasp something or someone who is trying …

Radical vs. Radicle

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Radical and radicle are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words radical and radicle, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Radical is an adjective that means favoring revolutionary change and has usually been used to describe the political left. Radical describes any change that affects someone or something thoroughly …

Air vs err

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Air and err are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words air and err, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Air is the invisible substance that surrounds Earth that consists of oxygen, nitrogen, and other invisible gases. Air may also refer to the space located above Earth. …

Chary vs. Cherry

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Chary and cherry are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words chary and cherry, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Chary means reluctant, hesitant, cautious. Chary is an adjective, the comparative is charier and the superlative is chariest. The word chary is fairly uncommon; it is derived from …

Wheal or Weal vs. Wheel

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Wheal or weal and wheel are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words wheal or weal and wheel, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. A wheal or weal is a welt or a raised and irritated portion of the skin. Wheals or weals are often a symptom …

Coddle vs. Caudle

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Coddle and caudle are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words coddle and caudle, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Coddle means to indulge someone, to pamper someone or overprotect him, to treat him as if he were a delicate flower. Coddle may also mean to cook an egg in …

Philly vs. Filly

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Philly and filly are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words Philly and filly, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Philly means Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; it is a short, affectionate abbreviation for the city of Philadelphia. Philly is an American term and came into use in the mid-1800s, though its popularity …

Need vs. Kneed

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Need and kneed are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words need and kneed, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Need may be used as a verb to mean to lack something, to be in want of something, to require something. Need may be used as …

Roil vs. Royal

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Roil and royal are commonly confused words that are pronounced in the same way but are spelled differently and have different meanings, which makes them homophones. We will examine the different meanings of the homophonic words roil and royal, the word origins of the terms, and some examples of their English usage in sentences. Roil is a verb that means to disturb something, to make something confusing. Roil is used in a literal sense to describe turbulent liquid, such as …

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