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?
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 …
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 …
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.
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 …
Origin of the phrase "dotting the i's and crossing the t's"
Feb 29, 2024 · Maybe not to complete the sentence before dotting and crossing, but I was certainly taught to complete the word. This meant that each word flowed properly, stopping at each 'i' and 't' …
grammatical number - "Copies of documents" vs. "copy of documents ...
Apr 25, 2013 · What is the grammatical difference between "copies of documents" and "copy of documents"? Same applies to other nouns. Also, an example will be very much appreciated.
Why is "math" always pluralized in British English but singular in ...
Feb 9, 2011 · There's a lot of debate about which is right (!), but not much about why there's a difference - good question. I found this: The word Mathematics was first used in English in 1581, coming from …
What is a more eloquent way to say "I hope I'm not asking too much"?
I think it would be good to come right out and thank the person for his/her generosity in answering all of your questions. It might be easier to thank the person, and ask him/her to tell you if/when your …
If the rule is "such (a) + adj. + noun", why is "such fun" correct?
This usage of such as an intensifier is both an adjective and adverb: adj. 2b. Of so extreme a degree or quality: never dreamed of such wealth. adv. 1. To so extreme a degree, so: such beautiful flowers; …