Reciting a speech allows for preparation. But what about those people who sound rehearsed in everyday exchanges?
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Go ahead and split that infinitive! Here are the grammar rules that have changed in the past ten years.
With about 20 vowel sounds, 25 consonant sounds, and numerous irregularities in spellings and pronunciations, English can be a tricky language for foreigners to learn. If you're struggling to [...]
These ‘garden path sentences’ will make you rip your hair out.
Ever heard of a pangram? These fun examples will have you cracking up – you might even try to come up with your own!
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