Commonly Confused Words

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What is the difference between 'then' and 'than'?

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'Then' is used to refer to time, while 'than' is used for comparisons.

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What does 'effects' mean?

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'Effects' are the results or outcomes of a particular action or event.

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What does 'there' refer to?

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'There' is used to indicate a place or location.

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What is the correct usage of 'to', 'two', and 'too'?

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'To' is a preposition, 'two' is a number, and 'too' means also or excessively.

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What is the difference between 'principal' and 'principle'?

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'Principal' refers to a person in authority, while 'principle' refers to a fundamental truth or proposition.

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When should you use 'affect' vs 'effect'?

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'Affect' is usually a verb meaning to influence, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of an influence.

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What does 'they're' mean?

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'They're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What is the meaning of 'their'?

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'Their' is a possessive pronoun used to indicate ownership.

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What does 'to' indicate in a sentence?

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'To' is a preposition that can indicate direction, place, or position.

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How do you use 'too' in a sentence?

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'Too' can mean also or excessively, as in 'I want to go too' or 'It's too hot'.