canvas vs. canvass canvas (a strong, rough cloth) They make tents from heavy canvas. A big canvas bag was with him when he arrived. canvass (try to obtain opinions or information) We decided to canvass for support of our new policy. Police canvassed the local residents but didn’t find …
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callous vs. callus callous (uncaring, unfeeling) She is callous about the safety of other people. He was a selfish and callous man. callus (a hard and thickened area of skin) His hands were rough and also covered with calluses. On the sole of my foot, I have a callus. …
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calendar vs. colander calendar (a chart showing days, weeks, and months of a year) Do you have a 2024 calendar? I will mark the date on the calendar. colander (a bowl-shaped kitchen utensil with holes in it used for washing or draining food) Pour the pasta into a colander …
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cache vs. cash cache (a hidden store of things) The police discovered a huge cache of weapons in the woods. He lives in the forest and has stored a great cache of food. cash (money in the form of coins or bills) I don’t have much cash on me. The …
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cacao vs. cocoa cacao (bean-like seeds of a tropical tree) Chocolate comes from the tropical cacao tree. The island is fertile for cacao. cocoa (a brown powder made from cacao) Add three tablespoons of cocoa. I like to have a mug of cocoa in the morning. cacao vs. …
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