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Does the dictionary have the last word?

Does the dictionary have the last word?

by Pernickety Kate | Jun 2, 2022 | Proofreading, Words

Are you confident in your knowledge of English? Pretty certain about what’s right and what’s wrong? Here’s a cautionary tale… A friend was chatting in an online group designed to help language learners practise their skills. She kindly pointed out to an Italian chap...

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