Commonly Confused Words

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What is the correct word to complete the sentence: 'Cooper stopped ___ tie his shoe.'?

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to

Front

What word means to come before in time or order?

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precedes

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What is the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The baseball went ___________ the window. CRASH!'?

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through

Front

What is the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The pitcher _______ the baseball at 95 miles per hour!'?

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threw

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What is the correct word to complete the sentence: 'I will brush my hair and (then / than) organize my bed.'?

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then

Front

What is the difference between 'to' and 'too'?

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'To' is a preposition indicating direction or purpose, while 'too' means also or excessively.

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What does 'than' indicate in a sentence?

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'Than' is used for comparisons.

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What is the meaning of 'threw'?

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'Threw' is the past tense of 'throw', meaning to propel something with force.

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What does 'through' mean in a sentence?

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'Through' indicates movement from one side to another.

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What is the meaning of 'precedes'?

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'Precedes' means to come before something in time or order.