Commonly Misused Words

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

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'It's' is a contraction for 'it is' or 'it has'. 'Its' is a possessive form meaning 'belonging to it'.

Front

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

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'Your' is a possessive adjective meaning 'belonging to you'. 'You're' is a contraction for 'you are'.

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What does 'accept' mean?

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'Accept' means to receive or agree to something.

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What does 'except' mean?

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'Except' means to exclude or leave out.

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What is the meaning of 'there'?

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'There' refers to a place or location.

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What is the meaning of 'they're'?

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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 adjective meaning 'belonging to them'.

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something. 'Effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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What does 'fewer' mean?

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'Fewer' is used with countable nouns to indicate a smaller number.

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What does 'less' mean?

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'Less' is used with uncountable nouns to indicate a smaller amount.