Basic English Language Skills
Developed for Oxbridge Academy
CHAPTER 4:
COMMONLY CONFUSED WORDS AND PHRASES
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Words are the building blocks of our language, and choosing the correct 
words is vital for communicating effectively. Choosing the correct word 
in a given situation can make the difference between getting your point 
across clearly and offending your audience unintentionally.
Unfortunately, English is a tricky language, filled with many confus-
ing words and phrases. And as a result, it’s often difficult to remember 
which words you need to use in a particular context.