Grammar - Page 58
Treasure Doving? The Past Tense of DiveMany folks’ grammar abilities take a nosedive when it comes to this verb. After this article, that will all be in the past. But...June 18, 2016- Awhile vs. A WhileAwhile is an adverb which means “for a period of time.” A while is a noun phrase which means “a period of time.” Back in 2001,...June 18, 2016
- Realise or Realize—Which Is Correct?Realise and realize are different spellings of the same word, and they can be used interchangeably. Both are common throughout...June 17, 2016
- Cue vs. Queue—What’s the Difference?A mother and daughter may sound alike on the phone, but if you meet them in real life you can usually tell who is who. The...June 17, 2016
- What Does Double Entendre Mean?A double entendre is a phrase with a dual meaning. One of the meanings of a double entendre is usually risqué. Take your audience...June 16, 2016
- OK vs. OkayFinish this sentence: Everything is going to be . . . If you’re like most people, the first word you thought of was okay—or was...June 15, 2016
- Burnt or Burned?Some packages of crayons come with over a hundred colors. Among them are the mysterious burnt umber and burnt sienna. These hues...June 14, 2016
What Does “A Whole ’Nother” Mean?If you are a fan of the show MadTV, you may have heard the phrase “a whole ’nother level.” Even if you don’t watch the show, you...June 13, 2016- Spelled or Spelt—Which Is Correct?The verb spell commonly means to write or name the letters making up a word in the right order. Spell is a verb with irregular...June 12, 2016
- Judgement or Judgment—Which is Correct?You don’t need a judgeship to have an opinion on how to spell certain words. Judgement or judgment—which spelling is the correct...June 11, 2016