Author: Alex Carter

You reach into your bag, pull out the missing keys, and say it out loud. But which version comes out…

At first glance, “serpent” and “snake” look like two words for the exact same animal — and biologically, that’s true.…

Have you ever paused mid-sentence, unsure whether to say “quieter” or “more quiet”? You’re not alone. This is one of…

If you’ve ever stared at a rainbow, a bouquet of flowers, or a paint swatch and wondered whether you’re looking…

Have you ever paused mid-sentence, unsure whether to write “swap” or “swop”? You’re not alone. These two words look nearly…

Have you ever paused mid-sentence, unsure whether to say “I relate to her story” or “I relate with her story”?…

If you’ve ever paused mid-sentence wondering whether to say “did you have” or “did you had,” you’re not alone. This…

If you’ve ever paused mid-sentence wondering whether to write “cleverer” or “more clever,” you’re in good company. This is one…

Summer brings sunshine, vacations, and one small grammar puzzle that trips up even confident English speakers: should you say “in…

You’re texting a friend before takeoff. You type “I’m on the plane” — then pause. Should it be “in the…