Everyday vs. Every Day
Everyday vs. Every Day Language is a fascinating and intricate tapestry woven with words that hold subtle nuances and meanings. Even small differences in spelling… Read More »Everyday vs. Every Day
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Dalia Y
Started Grammarflex(ing) in 2022—been a word nerd and writing enthusiast ever since. (BA, MA in phil).
Sympathy vs. Empathy, What’s the Difference?
Empathy is an intellectual understanding of someone’s suffering. Sympathy describes participating in that suffering or feelings of pity oneself.
Is it Flyer or Flier? Which is Correct?
Flyer or flier? Is the correct spelling flyer or flier? Do these words mean the same thing, and can they be used interchangeably? As it… Read More »Is it Flyer or Flier? Which is Correct?
Is it Blond or Blonde? What’s the Right Spelling?
Blond vs. blonde: which is it? Maybe you’ve noticed that blond is sometimes spelled with an ‘e’ at the end, and sometimes it’s not. Is… Read More »Is it Blond or Blonde? What’s the Right Spelling?
What’s the Present Perfect Tense?
The present perfect tense The present perfect tense is a form of the present tense that highlights the connection between the present and past. We… Read More »What’s the Present Perfect Tense?
Breathe vs. Breath: Which is the Correct Word?
Breath is a noun that refers to the actual air taken in and out while we breathe (verb form of the noun breath).
Is it ‘Bear With Me’ or ‘Bare’ with Me’, Explained
Also known as the difference between asking someone to be naked with you, or politely asking them to be patient with you while you figure something out.
Dessert vs. Desert: What’s the Difference?
Dessert with two s’s is the sweet stuff we eat after dinner. Desert with a single s refers to the sandy, arid regions, as in the Sahara desert.
What’s a Comma Splice?
A comma splice is when a comma separates two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction (or semicolon).
When to Use A Comma Before “And”?
Use commas before “and” when joining two independent clauses to form a compound sentence. Sometimes, a comma is used after ‘and’ in a series or list.