English Common Errors: all – English Editing
Before the singular form of a countable noun we usually use whole or entire: ‘We spent whole the lesson singing…
Before the singular form of a countable noun we usually use whole or entire: ‘We spent whole the lesson singing…
Aid is mainly used as a noun: ‘Many countries survive on foreign aid from richer neighbors.’ ‘It is government policy…
After is used instead of afterwards only informal styles, usually in phrases such as ‘soon after’, ‘not long after’ or…
Be afraid to do sth = be unwilling to do something because you are frightened about what may happen: ‘She…
When actually means ‘in fact’, it is used to correct a misunderstanding: ‘People think we’ve got lots of money, but…
When you are talking about what someone does on a particular occasion, act and behave are interchangeable: ‘Passengers who left…
When you accomplish something, you manage to do it or complete it, especially something that gives you satisfaction: ‘She felt…
You accept someone’s advice, opinion, or suggestion BUT you agree (= say you are willing) to do something. Compare: ‘I…