Commonly Confused Words

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by

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A preposition used to indicate the means of achieving something or the location next to something.

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whom

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An object pronoun used to refer to the person that is the object of a verb or preposition.

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lie

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A verb meaning to recline or be in a resting position.

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accept

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A verb meaning to receive or agree to something.

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effects

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Noun referring to the changes that result from a particular action or cause.

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buy

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A verb meaning to acquire something in exchange for money.

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bye

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A short form of goodbye, often used when parting.

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who

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A subject pronoun used to refer to the person performing an action.

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lay

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A verb meaning to put something down in a flat position.

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except

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A preposition meaning not including.