Grammar & Usage

Commonly Confused

'A' and 'An' and the Patterns of Their Use

Which gets used where?

'Canceled' or 'cancelled'?

One L or two?

Democracy or Republic: What's the difference?

A case can be made for either

Words You Always Have to Look Up

The dictionary is here to help

'Virus' vs. 'Bacteria'

The key differences of two common pathogens

Your vs. You're: How to Use Them Correctly

Here's your explanation, and you're welcome

Is It 'jail' or 'prison'?

How they differ and overlap

'Deduction' vs. 'Induction' vs. 'Abduction'

Mmm, logic

'Nip it in the butt' or 'Nip it in the bud'?

We're gonna stop you right there

‘Blond’ and ‘Blonde’: Is there a difference?

They mean the same thing, but are used differently

What's the difference between 'sympathy' and 'empathy'?

You don't know how it feels

7 Pairs of Commonly Confused Words

We promise you're not the only one who has trouble with these words

When To Use 'Then' and 'Than'

Here’s how to keep them straight.

'Complement' vs. 'Compliment'

The distinction is clear (now).

'Buck Naked' or 'Butt Naked'?

It's a natural question

All right or alright?

Why your English teacher might be at odds with James Joyce, Mark Twain – and Pete Townshend.

Snuffing Out Confusion Between 'Flare' and 'Flair'

Sorting them out with style.

'Sneaked' or 'Snuck': Which is correct?

It's a Modern English Mystery

Guidance on 'Advise' vs. 'Advice'

Is it 'hung' or 'hanged'?

And does it matter?

Getting with the ‘Program’ (or ‘Programme’)

Tune in to learn the difference.

When to Use It's vs. Its

A Simple Rule to Avoid Embarrassment

'Awhile' vs. 'A While'

There are rules, but who's listening?
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