Here is a list of commonly misused words or word phrases. The definitions of these words or word phrases may come from Cambridge Dictionaries Online, MacMillan English Dictionary for Advanced Learners or Oxford Dictionaries Online.
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schoolwork, schoolworks
Which should you use, schoolwork or schoolworks ? Schoolwork , meaning studying done by a child at school or at home, is an uncountable noun....
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scared, scary
Which should you use, scared or scary ? The adjective scared means frightened or worried. The adjective scary means frightening. Incorrect: I was...
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scarcely before, scarcely than, scarcely when
Which should you use, scarcely … before , scarcely … than , or scarcely … when ? Scarcely … when or scarcely …...
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satisfied in, satisfied with
Which should you use, satisfied in or satisfied with ? You are satisfied if you are pleased with what has happened or with what you have achieved....
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salute, solute
Which should you use, salute or solute ? The verb salute may mean to make a formal sign of respect to someone, especially by raising the right hand...
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sallow, shallow
Which should you use, sallow or shallow ? The adjective sallow means of a sickly yellowish hue or complexion. The adjective shallow means having only...
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safe, save
Which should you use, safe or save ? The adjective safe means not in danger. The verb save may mean to stop someone or something from being killed,...
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role, roll
Which should you use, role or roll ? Role is a noun meaning a part or function performed by a person or thing. Roll can be a verb or a noun. ...
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rob, steal
Which should you use, rob or steal ? The verb rob means to take money or property illegally from a place, organization, or person, often using...
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ring, wring
Which should you use, ring or wring ? The verb ring means to make the sound of a bell. The verb wring means to hold something tightly with both hands...
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