Commonly Misused Words

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What is a preposition?

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A preposition is a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence. Examples include 'in', 'on', 'at', 'to', and 'with'.

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

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'To' is a preposition, 'too' means 'also' or 'excessively', and 'two' is the number 2.

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Use 'then' in a sentence.

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First complete the assignment, then begin working on your homework.

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Use 'than' in a sentence.

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I would rather go to the park than stay at home.

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What does 'too' mean?

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'Too' means 'also' or indicates an excessive amount.

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What is the correct usage of 'to' in a sentence?

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She went to the store with her mother.

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What is the correct usage of 'too' in a sentence?

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We can't stay up too late tonight.

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What is the difference between 'they're', 'their', and 'there'?

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'They're' is a contraction for 'they are', 'their' is a possessive adjective, and 'there' refers to a place.

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Use 'there' in a sentence.

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Jessica always gets there on time.

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What is the meaning of 'than'?

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'Than' is used in comparisons.