
pronunciation - Why is Sean pronounced Shawn? - English …
Dec 27, 2014 · Also, why isn't it pronounced as Sawn instead of Shawn, when the word Sean doesn't even have the letter ' h ' in it to get that -sh sound? Bottom line is, why is Sean …
What is the meaning of an expression "Tufted titmouse"?
Nov 29, 2018 · Shaun remembers moving out of his foster home, admitting he is scared to leave and she tells him, “ tough titmouse!’ After he leaves, his foster mom tears up. You can view the …
"Haven't" vs. "hadn't" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Are there any differences in meaning between the two sentences? We hadn't left the place yet; we will be there in 10 minutes. We haven't left the place yet; we will be there in 10 minutes.
Is [Pre-Populates, Pre Populates, Prepopulates] a word?
Apr 25, 2023 · The question "is it a word" isn't very meaningful. In a computing context, it will probably be understood, but if you're writing for a non-technical audience, it's a bit more …
to sign up [using] / [by using] the link in the description
Oct 5, 2020 · For example: 'The first thousand people to sign up using the link in the description, or by emailing me personally, will get their first two months free.' In this example, 'by' works as …
Should I write "X and I", "X and me", "I and X", or "me and X" in a ...
A helpful trick for determining whether to use I or me in a multi-person scenario is to take the other people out of the sentence. If you still have a valid sentence at that point, then you have the …
pronouns - "I hope you all/both are doing well" vs "I hope you are …
Nov 17, 2019 · Do both convey the same message, or not? I hope you all are doing well. I hope you are all doing well. It occurs to me that the same thing happens with both when I'm only …
pejorative language - What is a word for someone who …
Sep 9, 2013 · Shaun, my apologies. Let me clarify a bit. You've ignored a couple suggestions to provide details. But that doesn't mean you deserve you to be labeled; you have that personal …
What is the difference between "certain" and "sure"?
Shaun isn't sure whether/if he'll be able to come to the party or not. Is there anything you're not sure of/about? In colloquial English, especially in AmE, "sure" acts as an adverb meaning …
A saying for something that's good but also has a downside
In addition to Shaun's excellent suggestions, I like to turn the old adage on its head and say "every silver lining has a cloud." You might also say "There is no light without darkness"; of …