Laying Down or Lying Down: What’s the Correct Phrase?
Quick answer: You lie down to rest. You lay something down when you place an object. I’ve stopped mid-sentence more than once wondering, “Is it laying…
Wether or Whether: Which One Is Correct and How to Use It
I remember pausing mid-sentence and thinking, “Is it wether or whether?” I had seen wether used so often online that it almost looked right. A…
Firey or Fiery: Which Spelling Is Correct and Why
I learned this while editing a sentence and stopping to ask myself, “Is it firey or fiery?” I had typed firey without thinking because I had…
Shampoo or Conditioner First: What’s the Correct Hair Care?
I remember standing in the shower wondering, “Shampoo or conditioner first does it really matter?” With so much mixed advice online, it’s easy…
Piece of Mind or Peace of Mind: Which One Is Correct & Why
“Peace of mind” is correct. “Piece of mind” is wrong in standard English. I learned this the awkward way. I once typed piece of mind in a…
Better Then or Than: Which One Is Correct and Why
Quick answer first: “Better than” is correct. “Better then” is wrong in standard English.I learned this the hard way. I remember pausing…
Someday or One Day: What’s the Difference? Which One’s Right?
I remember pausing mid-sentence while writing a short story and thinking, “Should I write someday or one day here?” The sentence sounded fine…
Leaves or Leafs: Which Spelling Is Correct & How to Use It
I remember pausing mid-sentence while writing a school report and thinking, “Wait:- is it leaves or leafs?” I had seen “leafs” online so…
Bleached or Unbleached Flour: Which Is Better & Why It Matters
Bleached or unbleached flour; which one should you use? The quick answer is that neither is always better. It depends on what you’re…
Donut or Doughnut: Which Spelling Is Correct & How Spell It?
Donut and doughnut are both correct spellings—but they are used differently.I figured this out one morning while writing a short post and…