Example Sentences

Sure thing! I will make sure to bring the suitcase tomorrow. Thank you for the reminder.

The word 'scruple' comes from the Latin word 'scrupulus', which means a small sharp stone or pebble. It was used to describe feelings of doubt or hesitation, often associated with a moral or ethical dilemma.

"To what extent" is a phrase used to inquire about the degree or level to which something is true or applies. It is asking for a measure or assessment of the extent to which a statement, belief, or situation holds true.

To make sure that a sentence is clear and concise, use simple language, avoid unnecessary words or phrases, and ensure that your message is well-organized and on topic. Proofreading and editing can also help improve the clarity and effectiveness of your sentence.

You have just used the word frizzle in a question.

Frizzle is often referring to a curly hair style that looks like the hair dryer exploded while styling it

I must have a subconscious problem with large dogs, because I avoid them no matter how friendly they are.

"Pour me a glass of water"

Or

"The rain is going to pour down anytime now."

The Jonas brothers are buried in a pantheon.

He had total satisfaction with the job he did.

Per contra is Latin for "on the contrary" or "contrary to", though a little corny yet trendy to use, there are valid English uses for it, for example, "I think it's one of my greatest creations, per contra to what those fools would have you believe..." To use it in a bitter tone sounds very condescending, but Latin is impressive when you want to sound highly educated or intimidating.

It is called a simile when you use "like" or "as" to compare two different things. It is a figure of speech that helps create vivid imagery and make comparisons between unlike things.

"Punked" is a slang term that means to be tricked, deceived, or fooled in a playful or humiliating way. It's often used when someone is pranked or duped by someone else for entertainment or to embarrass them.

One of his more obvious traits was to end virtually every sentence he said with the invented word bilongabong.

To analyze words in a sentence, first identify the individual words. Then determine the part of speech for each word (noun, verb, adjective, etc.). Next, consider the relationships between the words, such as subject-verb agreement, tense consistency, and word order. Finally, assess the overall clarity and coherence of the sentence.

Studying philosophy helps us question and understand the fundamental nature of existence and knowledge.

The noun hone is a singular, common, concrete noun; a word for a fine grained whetstone used for sharpening a cutting tool; a tool with an abrasive rotating tip used enlarge holes to exact dimensions in manufacturing. Example:

This was my father's hone that he used to sharpen all our knives and tools.

Chinampas ain't a word, so I ain't gonna use it.

She made a snide remark about his outfit at the party.

The active and passive voices are used to show what receives or initiates the action in a sentence.

With a passive voice, the subject receives the action: "The glass was knocked off the table."

In the active voice, the subject initiates the action: "I knocked the glass off the table."

The passive voice is often criticized as a way of de-emphasizing the actor, but it is useful, particularly if the actor is unknown, or you.

The public bathrooms at the mall were just cleaned, so the floor was a little slippery.

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A street survey was conducted to get 'public opinion' on whether a new supermarket was needed.

It's true that old people have wisdom, but young people don't want to hear it.

"Hemic" typically refers to something that is related to or composed of blood. It can also refer to an entity that is half or partly.

Lay knowledge refers to the knowledge held by non-experts or individuals who do not have formal training or expertise in a specific subject. It is based on common sense, personal experiences, and information gathered through everyday life rather than formal education or specialized training.

Ending every sentence with the word "so" can indicate a desire for approval or agreement from the listener. It can also suggest a need for reassurance or validation in the conversation. It may be a habit or a way for the speaker to connect thoughts more smoothly.