
"Die" vs. "Dice" | Confused Comparables Chris explains why just one of the things collectively called "dice" (when there are two or more) is called a "die," not a "dice."
Bite-sized Lessons in English Expression, with Chris Date
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"Die" vs. "Dice" | Confused Comparables Chris explains why just one of the things collectively called "dice" (when there are two or more) is called a "die," not a "dice."
"Run the Gamut" (Not "Gambit") | Mangled Expressions Chris explains why something that represents the full range or spectrum of things runs the gamut, not gambit.
Linking Verbs and Subject Complements | Grammar Fundamentals Chris explains how to use linking verbs and subject complements to identify and describe the subject.
"Apart" vs. "A Part" | Confused Comparables Chris explains when you should use the single word "apart and when you should use the phrase "a part."
Reflexive Pronouns as Simple Pronouns | Linguistical Malpractices Chris complains about people who unjustifiably use the reflexive pronoun (e.g., "myself") in place of the simple personal pronoun (e.g., "I" or "me").
Reflexive and Intensive Pronouns | Grammar Fundamentals Chris explains the use of reflexive and intensive pronouns (e.g., "myself," "yourself," etc.).
"Irrespective" or "Regardless" (Not "Irregardless") | Mangled Expressions Chris explains why facts are facts regardless, or irrespective--but not irregardless--of your feelings.
"Versus" (Not "Verse") | Butchered Pronunciations Chris explains the right way to pronounce the word versus, abbreviated vs.
Personal Pronouns | Grammar Fundamentals Chris explains what personal pronouns are and how to use them.
"And I" vs. "And Me" | Confused Comparables Chris explains when to include yourself at the end of a list using "and I" versus "and me."
"Couldn't" (vs. "Could") "Care Less" | Mangled Expressions Chris explains why the expression "couldn't care less" means one doesn't care at all.
Object (Grammatical) | Grammar Fundamentals Chris explains the different kinds of objects in English sentences.
"Prestigious" (Not "Pres-TEE-jus") | Butchered Pronunciations Chris explains the right way to pronounce the word prestigious, meaning highly respected, honored, esteemed.
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"Did a Complete 180" (vs. "360") | Mangled Expressions Chris explains why a person who turns his or her life around is said to have done a complete 180, not a 360.
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Apostrophes for Plurals | Linguistical Malpractices Chris confesses his temptation to murder anyone who uses apostrophes to form the plurals of words.
"Whence" (No Need for "From") | Mangled Expressions Chris explains how to properly use the word "whence."