Confusing Words

Any time or anytime? Both forms are correct, but they are not always used in exactly the same way. The

If you are unsure whether to write freshman or freshmen, you are not alone. The difference is simple once you

If you have ever wondered whether to write fiancé or fiancée, you are not alone. The two words look almost

Have you ever typed a sentence like “Anyway, let’s continue” and wondered whether it should actually be “Anyways, let’s continue”?

If you have ever written a résumé, cover letter, job description, or professional email, you may have wondered whether skillset

Have you ever written a sentence like “I dreamed about it” and then wondered whether “I dreamt about it” would

If you have ever wondered whether “theater” or “theatre” is the correct spelling, you are not alone. Both forms are

Have you ever written “layed off” and wondered whether it should actually be “laid off”? You’re not alone. The two

Discrete vs discreet is a common English word-choice problem because both words are pronounced the same but have different meanings.

If you have ever paused before writing a sentence like “Give it to whoever…” or “Give it to whomever…”, you