Commonly Confused Words

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What does 'accept' mean?

Back

To receive or agree to something.

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What does 'except' mean?

Back

To exclude or leave out.

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

Back

'Their' shows possession, 'there' indicates a place, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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What does 'threw' mean?

Back

The past tense of throw; to have propelled something through the air.

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What does 'through' mean?

Back

To move in one side and out of the other side of something.

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What does 'past' mean in terms of time?

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Referring to a time that has already happened.

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What does 'passed' mean?

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The past tense of pass; to have gone by or moved past something.

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How do you use 'accept' in a sentence?

Back

I accept your invitation to the party.

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How do you use 'except' in a sentence?

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Everyone was invited except John.

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How do you use 'their' in a sentence?

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Their dog is very friendly.