The words “thy” and “thine” sound similar, but there is a difference that this page will explain and highlight with examples and definitions. Thy vs. Thine – What’s the Difference? “Thy” and “thine” are both possessive pronouns. The difference between them is that “thy” means “your” and “thine” means “yours.” However, “thy” is not used …
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The words “speciality” and “specialty” look remarkably similar, except for one letter, and people are often unsure if they are the same or different. This page takes a look at both terms and identifies exactly what the difference is between them. Speciality vs. Specialty – What’s the Difference? The terms “speciality” and “specialty” are synonyms …
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You may have come across two comparative forms of the word “rare”, which are “rarer” and “more rare”, and doubted which is correct. This page explains the difference between the terms and shows them both in contextual examples. Rarer or More Rare – What’s the Comparative Form of “Rare”? The Oxford Dictionary lists “rarer” are …
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You may have seen or heard the term “who all” in English and been confused as to the meaning. This page explains whether “who all” is grammatically correct and shows how it can be used in a sentence. Is “Who All” Grammatically Correct? The term “who all” can be grammatically correct in certain situations, such …
Many people have doubts over whether the contraction “this’ll” is considered proper or correct English or when it is appropriate to use it and when it isn’t. This page examines the term in more detail and explains how and when to use “this’ll” in a sentence. Is “This’ll” Proper English? The contraction “this’ll”, which means …
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The contract “he’s” can be a little tricky because people are often unsure if it means “he has” or “he is.” If you read on, this page will explain exactly what the term means and shows how it is used in example sentences. Is “He’s” the Contraction for “He Is” or “He Has”? The contraction …
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The word “doctor” can be abbreviated in several ways, and knowing which is correct can be confusing. This page examines the 2-letter abbreviations for “doctor” and explains when and how to use each form in written texts. Dr. or Dr – Period or Not in the Abbreviation for Doctor? In the USA and Canada, it …
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If you have read Shakespeare or literature by other historical writers, you may have come across the word “sans.” This text explains the meaning of “sans” and shows how and when it can be used in modern English. Does “Sans” Mean “Without”? The word “sans” means “without” or “a lack of something.” However, its use …
Knowing how to use commas properly in English can be a tricky business. This page provides examples and answers the commonly asked question of “when to place a comma before “when?” Comma Before “When”? If “when” appears in the middle of a sentence, you should place a comma before it if the previous clause is …
Knowing how to use commas correctly in English can be tricky, and people are often confused by whether to add one after “so.” This page looks at the circumstances when you should use a comma after “so” and when you shouldn’t. Comma after “So”? Mostly, you don’t need a comma after “so” when it is …
