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  1. Multivariant or Multivariate? - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Sep 10, 2013 · When testing performance or the output of different combinations of elements against one another - is it correct to say it's a "multivariant" test? Or is it a "multivariate" test?

  2. Whence comes the expression ‘’starve a cold, feed a fever?”

    Jul 22, 2024 · What is the origin of the expression "starve a cold, feed a fever"? It is is used as basic (perhaps incorrect) medical advice for common illnesses.

  3. Differences between slang words for breasts

    Apr 14, 2025 · What is the difference between “tits” and “boobs”? P.S. I'm not sure if this question is appropriate but as English is not my native language I really would love to know the difference.

  4. Correct use of "hereby" on a formal letter [closed]

    Apr 10, 2019 · According to Merriam-Webster's Dictionary: hereby Adverb by this means Examples of hereby in a Sentence: I hereby declare the Olympic Games officially open. The sum will hereby be …

  5. word choice - 'Wracked with" or "wracked by"? - English Language ...

    Sep 14, 2023 · Which is considered (more) correct: wracked by [X] or wracked with [X]? Example sentences: He is wracked with grief. He is wracked by grief. The Cambridge definition of wrack …

  6. What is the difference between exception and exemption?

    Oct 21, 2017 · The difference between execption and exemption is one of those Zen-like things akin to the difference between zero and null. They are used differently, but their effect appears identical. An …

  7. Is the title of a course capitalized if it has no specific name?

    Oct 10, 2019 · American history is my favorite subject. American History, with Professor Clarke, is my favorite class. Note: these kinds of sentences can be ambiguous when spoken, but when written, the …

  8. Word for someone who pays attention to details

    Mar 30, 2013 · I know I've seen a word that describes a person who has a high perception of details (for example, seeing specific information in a log file), but I can't recall it now. Insights?

  9. What are the rules for splitting words at the end of a line?

    What are the rules in English language to split words at the end of a line? Where exactly must the hyphen split the word?

  10. What is a word for making something seem not as bad as it actually is ...

    Jul 15, 2016 · Can you write an example sentence where the word or phrase would be used? The following is the strict rule of this community. Questions on choosing an ideal word or phrase must …