Grammar

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Desert / Dessert

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Desert refers to a dry, barren area, while dessert is a sweet course typically eaten at the end of a meal. Example: 'They were lost in the desert for a long time.'

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Correct usage of 'too'

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'Too' means 'excessively' or 'also'. Example: 'That's too much.'

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Lose / Loose

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'Lose' means to misplace or not win, while 'loose' means not tight. Example: 'Don't lose my money!' vs. 'My shirt is loose.'

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Your vs. You're

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'Your' indicates possession, while 'you're' is a contraction for 'you are'. Example: 'You're such a good listener!' vs. 'Your book is on the table.'

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A lot vs. Alot

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'A lot' means a large quantity, while 'alot' is a common misspelling. Example: 'I have a lot of homework.'

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Its vs. It's

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'Its' shows possession, while 'it's' is a contraction for 'it is'. Example: 'It's raining outside.' vs. 'The dog wagged its tail.'

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Then vs. Than

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'Then' refers to time, while 'than' is used for comparisons. Example: 'I will go to the store, then I will go home.' vs. 'She is taller than her brother.'

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Who vs. Whom

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'Who' is used as a subject, while 'whom' is used as an object. Example: 'Who is coming to the party?' vs. 'To whom should I address the letter?'.

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Accept vs. Except

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'Accept' means to receive, while 'except' means to exclude. Example: 'I accept your apology.' vs. 'Everyone is invited except John.'

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Principal vs. Principle

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'Principal' refers to a person in authority or the main sum of money, while 'principle' means a fundamental truth or proposition. Example: 'The principal of the school is very nice.' vs. 'Honesty is a principle I value.'