ego vs. ago ego (self-esteem, sense of one’s own value) Winning the gold medal did a lot to boost his ego. Losing the match dented her ego. ago (before now, back in the past) I left the house about two hours ago. I saw her two days ago. – …
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edict vs. addict edict (an official order, decree, or command) The government issued an edict to ban smoking in public places. The festival was banned by the emperor’s edict. addict (a person who takes harmful drugs and cannot stop) Many heroin addicts were unwilling to go to treatment centers. …
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envelop vs. envelope envelop (surround, cover) Thick black smoke enveloped the building. She was trying to envelop the baby in a towel. envelope (a thin paper container that can hold a letter, a thin package, etc.) He folded the letter and put it in an envelope. I slit open …
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ensure vs. insure ensure (make certain that something happens or is definite) Please ensure that you close all the windows before you leave. Check over the list to ensure its accuracy. insure (to provide compensation for loss or injury) They refused to insure him because of his heart condition. …
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carton vs. cartoon carton (a cardboard or plastic box or container) The carton of yogurt was stamped with a sell-by date. There is a cardboard carton on the stairs. cartoon (an animated TV show or movie) They watched a Mickey Mouse cartoon. I was a big fan of cartoons. …
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