Commonly Misspelled/Confused Words

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What is the difference between 'there', 'their', and 'they're'?

Back

'There' refers to a place, 'their' is a possessive pronoun, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

Front

When do you use 'than' instead of 'then'?

Back

'Than' is used for comparisons, while 'then' refers to time or a sequence of events.

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What does 'reigns' mean in the context of a ruler?

Back

'Reigns' means to hold royal office or to rule over a kingdom.

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What is the meaning of 'through'?

Back

'Through' means to move in one side and out of the other side of something.

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What is the meaning of 'threw'?

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'Threw' is the past tense of 'throw', meaning to propel something with force.

Front

What is the difference between 'its' and 'it's'?

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'Its' is a possessive pronoun, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'.

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What does 'affect' mean?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something.

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What does 'effect' mean?

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'Effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

Front

When do you use 'your' vs. 'you're'?

Back

'Your' is a possessive pronoun, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

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What is the meaning of 'accept'?

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'Accept' means to receive something willingly.