Commonly Confused Words

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principles

Back

Fundamental truths or propositions that serve as the foundation for a system of belief or behavior, or for a chain of reasoning.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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tale

Back

A narrative or story, often involving imaginary events and characters.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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until

Back

A preposition used to indicate the time up to which an event occurs.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

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respectively

Back

In the order given; used to indicate that two or more items correspond to two or more items in the same order.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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bases

Back

Plural of base; refers to the points of contact in a game like baseball, or the fundamental parts of something.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

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principals

Back

Persons who have controlling authority; often refers to the head of a school.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

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respectable

Back

Worthy of respect; having good character or reputation.

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respectfully

Back

In a manner that shows respect.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

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base

Back

The lowest part or foundation of something; in sports, a point of contact.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

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basic

Back

Fundamental; forming an essential foundation.