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Knowing which words to use and how to use them is key to communicating accurately and effectively. That’s why more than one million people have used this book to improve their vocabularies. To find out which words you absolutely need to know,... [ More...]
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The 100 words every high school grad should know have been compiled by the editors of "The American Heritage Dictionary"—a must-have for anyone who wants to be well-versed in the English language.
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The SATs might be behind you but that doesn't mean having an advanced vocabulary no longer matters. You could spend months reading the dictionary, but why bother when "Grammar Girl's "Mignon Fogarty has expertly compiled a list of 101 frequently-used words... [ More...]
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This reference to the 100 most confused and misused words lists each word along with a concise and authoritative usage note based on the renowned usage program of the American Heritage Dictionaries.
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"Balls are the unsung heroes of sports. They are smacked, flung, dribbled, crushed, thrown, and kicked. They're usually only the subject of scrutiny when something goes wrong: a tear, the application of an illegal foreign substance, or a dent from overuse.... [ More...]
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"TEXTIONARY: The Texting Dictionary" is a reference tool meant to bridge the communication gap between generations. Although it won't solve all the language barriers, it will give the reader a better understanding of the coded messages sent via sms, instant... [ More...]
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A revised, updated edition of S. I. Hayakawa's classic work on semantics. He discusses the role of language, its many functions, and how language shapes our thinking. Introduction by Robert MacNeil; Index.
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Did you know that… - The word "noisome" has nothing whatsoever to do with noise? - "Ordinance" and "ordnance" have two distinct meanings? - An "errant" fool is a fool who is lost, while... [ More...]
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Based on the contention that we do not utillize speech to its fullest extent, this guide is an essential aide to unlocking our "passive" vocabularies and developing a keener appreciation of the richness of language. Indispensable For... [ More...]
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With more than a million answers, this is the most comprehensive, authoritative, and useful crossword dictionary ever published.
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