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“Despite” is Not “Inspite” But “In Spite Of”
Despite and in spite of are a preposition and a three-word prepositional phrase that have the same meaning. We use them to show the contrast between something that’s expected and a different outcome.
As Well As With a Comma: Yes or No?
Usually, you do not need to put a comma before “as well as.”
What Portmanteau Words are and How They Grow the English Lexicon
The word “portmanteau” means a word that is made up from parts of two or more words that are mixed together to make a new word or term.
6 Proven Tips on How to Learn a New Language
Figuring out the best way to learn a new language takes time, and it’s certainly difficult to find a balance between convenience and effective methods.
Lier or Liar? What to Use?
The word lier is so uncommon that 9 times out of 10, the word you’re looking for will in fact be liar.
What is a Comma Splice and How to Fix It?
When two independent clauses accidentally (or deliberately) get spliced by a comma — instead of being separated by a semicolon or period — that’s called a comma splice.
What are Acronyms and How Did They Appear in Our Vocabulary?
Acronym is a form of abbreviation that is used for convenience and it allows us to use one word instead of repeating the entire phrase.
How to Master English Grammar in 5 Easy Steps
Like any new subject, knowing how to master English grammar can be pretty challenging, especially on the first attempt. Read on to discover our 5 easy steps outlined for you.
