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Among vs. Amongst – Difference, Usage & Examples
They mean the same. Amongst is rare in American English and fairly common elsewhere.
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Auxiliary Verbs – Uses, Examples & Worksheet
There are almost too many types of verbs in the English language, but one of which is an auxiliary verb and is super important to speech and writing. What is an auxiliary verb, and how do you identify one? Great question and one I’ll go over in detail. My guide …
French Days, Months and Seasons
Are you visiting France for the first time? Knowing the French seasons, days, and months is an excellent first step to learning their holidays, culture, and language. This guide will help you remember the French seasons, days of the week, and months of the year. Once you’ve mastered the terms, …
Dactyl
= in poetry, a metrical foot consisting of one accented syllable followed by two unaccented ones.
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Anyway vs. anyways
Anyways is not wrong, but many people consider it wrong or at least informal.
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Dove vs. dived
Dived remains the preferred form outside North America. Americans and Canadians now prefer the newer form, dove.
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Awhile vs. A While – Difference, Examples & Worksheet
Awhile = an adverb meaning for a while. When it’s not an adverb, make it two words.