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Former vs. Latter, Explained
Former and latter are terms that clarify which of two things just mentioned is being…
What’s a Pun? (Meaning, with Examples)
What’s a pun, exactly? If you’re with someone that doesn’t appreciation your food jokes, you…
What’s a Portmanteau? (Meaning plus Examples)
What’s a portmanteau? Smog, Netflix, brunch, podcast. What do these words all have in common?…
What’s a Cliché? (Meaning, Usage & Examples)
What’s a cliché? There are plenty of fish in the sea. The grass is always…
What’s a Hyperbole? (Definition & Examples)
What’s a hyperbole? “What’s in your purse? A truckload of bricks.” “I’m so hungry I…
What are Compound Words? (150+ Compound Words)
What are compound words? Playground, dining room, sister-in-law. What do these words have in common,…
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