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Word History

Words of the Year: 1066

Why is pig meat called 'pork' and cow meat called 'beef?' Because English took on a big serving of French words following the Norman Conquest.


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Words of the Year: 1066

 

English was never the same after the Norman Conquest

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i.e. vs. e.g.

 

Often used, often confused. Here's some guidance and insight.

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Affect vs. Effect

 

Here's the lowdown on what may be the most confusing pair of words in the English language.

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What Is an Eggcorn?

 

And how did it get that name?

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There, They're, Their

 

There, there. We'll sort it out.

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'Nip it in the butt' or 'Nip it in the bud'?

 

We're gonna stop you right there

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Is 'none' singular or plural?

 

Or both? Or neither?