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Author: Danish Ahmed Publisher: Virtual Publishing Group ISBN: 9781930916593 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages : 116
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This book contains a collection of distinctions between words that you may use on a regular basis. Rather than pure definition, I have attempted to illustrate distinctions through example. This is a collection of distinctions that I have discovered as I have lived my life over the last several years. They have made a difference for me in my understanding of our world. I hope that they will make a profound imprint on your life as well. By reading this book, I hope that you will heighten your depth of communication. You will be able to see in language what you could not see before, create what you could not create before, and most importantly, express what you could not express before. And, the next time you pick up a thesaurus, you might become conscious of the side-effects it may have on your vocabulary. This dictionary may not seem too big. In my defense, may I point out that the Lords Prayer is 66 words, the Gettysburg address is 286 words, and there are 1,322 words in the Declaration of Independence. I wont dare compare this book to these great works. However, I do want to point out the power a few words can have. A few words can only have power if they are chosen wisely (and if they are understood inside the spirit in which they are expressed). I submit to you that you, by reading and understanding this book, will learn how to use words much more wisely. Anthony Robbins says that Nothing in life has any meaning except for the meaning that we give it. I hope that this book provides you the opportunity to generate further and deeper meaning from the words that I have put forth. More importantly, I hope you generate an overall deeper meaning in your entire life, making it alife of Distinction.
Author: Danish Ahmed Publisher: Ordinary Words Inc. ISBN: 9780973136005 Category : Language Arts & Disciplines Languages : en Pages : 150
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When You Distinguish Between Words, You Distinguish Yourself. Do you should all over yourself? Are you normal? Are we confined to living on Earth? Find the answers to these and other thought-provoking questions in A Dictionary of Distinctions, an inspiring look at the way language shapes our reality. Using real-life examples infused with the collected wisdom of dozens of philosophies and leaders, author Danish Ahmed explains the meaningful differences between commonly used words. You will learn:
Author: Eli Burnstein Publisher: Union Square & Co. ISBN: 1454959290 Category : Humor Languages : en Pages : 168
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"This delightful book is a tribute to the genius of the human mind for conceptual precision and the beauty of the English language in capturing it. It resolves a great deal of puzzlement over confusable terms, and its endearing illustrations and lighthearted explanations multiply the satisfaction." —Steven Pinker, author of The Language Instinct and Rationality What’s the difference between mazes and labyrinths? Proverbs and adages? Clementines and tangerines? Join author Eli Burnstein on a hairsplitter’s odyssey into the world of the ultra-subtle with Dictionary of Fine Distinctions. Illustrated by New Yorker cartoonist Liana Finck, this humorous dictionary takes a neurotic, brain-tickling plunge into the infinite (and infinitesimal) nuances that make up our world. The perfect gift for book lovers, word nerds, trivia geeks, and everyday readers, this illustrated gem is more than just a book—it is an indispensable resource akin to a thesaurus but filled with charm and wit. Each entry, from “latte vs. flat white" to “Great Britain vs. The United Kingdom," is accompanied by mnemonic aids, quirky asides, and detailed illustrations, making it a standout dictionary for any bibliophile or language enthusiast's library. For fans of The Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows or Foyle's Philavery: A Treasury of Unusual Words, Dictionary of Fine Distinctions promises to be a cherished addition to the genre that offers clarity, joy, and a deeper appreciation for the subtleties of the English language. The quintessential librarian gift and English teacher gift, it’s an educational odyssey that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening.
Author: John A. Simpson Publisher: Oxford University Press ISBN: 9780195218893 Category : Reference Languages : en Pages :
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The Oxford English Dictionary is the internationally recognized authority on the evolution of the English language from 1150 to the present day. The Dictionary defines over 500,000 words, making it an unsurpassed guide to the meaning, pronunciation, and history of the English language. This new upgrade version of The Oxford English Dictionary Second Edition on CD-ROM offers unparalleled access to the world's most important reference work for the English language. The text of this version has been augmented with the inclusion of the Oxford English Dictionary Additions Series (Volumes 1-3), published in 1993 and 1997, the Bibliography to the Second Edition, and other ancillary material. System requirements: PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor; 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended); 16-speed CD-ROM drive (32-speed recommended); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 200, or XP (Local administrator rights are required to install and open the OED for the first time on a PC running Windows NT 4 and to install and run the OED on Windows 2000 and XP); 1.1 GB hard disk space to run the OED from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the CD-ROM to the hard disk: SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels: 16-bit (64k, high color) setting recommended. Please note: for the upgrade, installation requires the use of the OED CD-ROM v2.0.
Author: Scott K. Andersen Publisher: CreateSpace ISBN: 9781492230496 Category : Languages : en Pages : 48
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There is no time 12:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. Mad does not mean angry "To be or not to be" is not a quote Rugs are not weaved You do not loan money While the English language evolves for many legitimate reasons, like new technology and catch-words-of-the-day, the biggest problem with the English language is that it forgives too easily. When our words are misused, it seems it's easier to let them be twisted enough so they encompass their incorrect usage, so they appear to be correct even when they are wrong. That's why this dictionary was written - to help you eliminate from your language common errors that weaken your writing. Using the correct word at the proper moment adds power to your efforts. "A Writer's Dictionary of Distinctions" presents the most accurate, powerful, and effective ways to use nearly 300 common words. What we present here represents the best definitions, the best distinctions, and you will never be wrong in using them as we suggest. Use them as we've noted, and your mastery of the language will only strengthen.
Author: Bryan A. Garner Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA ISBN: 9780195142365 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 990
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A comprehensive guide to legal style and usage, with practical advice on how to write clear, jargon-free legal prose. Includes style tips as well as definitions.
Author: Merriam-Webster, Inc Publisher: Merriam-Webster ISBN: 9780877793410 Category : Antonyms Languages : en Pages : 950
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The ideal guide to choosing the right word. Entries go beyond the word lists of a thesaurus, explaining important differences between synonyms. Provides over 17,000 usage examples. Lists antonyms and related words.
Author: Dale Southerton Publisher: SAGE ISBN: 0872896013 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 1665
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The Encyclopedia of Consumer Culture is the first reference work to outline the parameters of consumer culture and provide a critical, scholarly resource on consumption and consumerism.
Author: John Platts Publisher: Forgotten Books ISBN: 9780243543946 Category : Self-Help Languages : en Pages : 306
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Excerpt from A Dictionary of English Synonymes: Comprehending the Derivations and Meanings of the Words, and the Distinctions Between the Synonymes Illustrated by Examples; For the Use of Schools and Families The fraudulent abscond the detected thief steals away cowards, fugi tives, vagabonds secrete themselves. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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