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William Shakespeare of Stratford-upon-Avon is the most quoted author in the Oxford Dictionary. According to Gtaham Phillips and Martin Keatman (authors of The Shakespeare Conspiracypublished in Great Britain in 1994 cy Century Publishing), "The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations contains 38 pages from the best selling book of all time, the Bible. It is only exceeded by one other source, the 70 pages of Shakespeare." (Keatman and Phillips, p.2). Stefany DeVincentis, Delaware
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Is Oxford the most trusted dictionary?
Oxford dictionaries are respected and widely used, but other reputable dictionaries like Merriam-Webster and Cambridge also hold high levels of trust among users. The credibility of a dictionary often depends on the specific needs and preferences of the user.
What is the correct way to pronounce the word often?
Either "OFF-ten" or "OFF-fen" is acceptable, according to the Canadian Oxford Dictionary.
Is skill set two words or one?
It can usually be written as either one word or two. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary lists it as "skillset," but the Oxford Dictionary lists it as "skill set." However, it's most often written as two words.
What were Caesar Augustus's favorite books?
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What is the definition of covalent?
According to the Oxford Dictionary, Covalent: Co/va/lent - Adjective, in Chemistry, Relating to or denoting chemical bonds formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms. Often contrasted with ionic.
Where is this proverb from Experience is the best teacher?
That expression has been quoted so often that it is now regarded as a "proverb." An early citation is Thomas Taylor, David's Learning, 1617; but the Oxford Dictionary of Proverbsnotes that Taylor was quoting a Latin saying. Benjamin Franklin (Poor Richard's Almanack, Nov. 1743) offered, "Experience keeps a dear school, yet fools learn in no other."
What does an a with a line over it symbolize?
In the concise oxford dictionary it means the vowel has the same sound as the 'a' in mate. But I think the meaning can vary. The word Maori is often written with a line over the 'a' but the vowel sound in Maori is not the same as in mate.
Colloquialisms are often listed in dictionaries?
Yes. Dictionaries often display colloquial words and phrases with the abbreviation colloq. as an identifier.
What books of the Old Testament are quoted in whole or in part in the book of Hebrews?
Psalms is often quoted in Hebrews.
What is the most often quoted phrase?
Life's short
Author of the devils dictionary?
The author of "The Devil's Dictionary" is Ambrose Bierce, an American writer and journalist known for his satirical works. The book offers biting and humorous definitions of various terms and concepts, often with a cynical tone.
What is the correct meaning of flatter?
The definition of flatter (which is a verb) according to the Oxford English Dictionary is; "lavish praise and compliments on (someone), often insincerely and with the aim of furthering one's own interests". The word is also often used more casually without negative connotation, simply as a synonym for compliment.
