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20 common misspelt words in English

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on January 19, 2022April 3, 2023

With an evolving world relying heavily on autocorrect and spell-checking applications, it is becoming very…

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  • General English

Three different ways to use idioms

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on January 7, 2022April 3, 2023

Idioms are commonly used in spoken and written English. They add colour and interest to…

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  • General English

Smize | Word of the Month

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on October 28, 2021March 24, 2023

There are many words that make me happy. Whimsy (a word that is as playful…

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  • General English

How to improve your grammar awareness

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on October 27, 2021April 3, 2023

Grammar is always a challenge when learning another language. The rules and structures may be different…

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  • General English

What are phrasal and prepositional verbs?

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on September 16, 2021April 3, 2023

Verbs that take a particle or particles are called phrasal or prepositional verbs. Particles are…

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  • General English

NEW words and meanings added to the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on September 8, 2021November 26, 2021

Looking at the collection of new words and expressions in the latest update to Oxford…

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  • General English

Why you should start using the International Phonetic Alphabet

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on August 24, 2021April 3, 2023

Spelling is not always a good pronunciation guide – but the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)…

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  • General English

How to write an outstanding personal statement, job application, or cover letter + examples!

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on July 5, 2021May 16, 2023

Whether you’re applying for a University or submitting your application for a job, your writing…

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  • General English

An introduction to rewilding | Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on May 28, 2021May 16, 2023

Rewilding is not a new term – it was coined at the beginning of the…

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  • General English

Learning Oxymorons + Take our Quiz!

  • by Oxford University Press ELT
  • Posted on May 20, 2021November 26, 2021

Picture this scenario: you’ve just received a big bonus at work and treated yourself to…

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