Sleight of hand is the correct expression.
Difference between Skiddish and Skittish
Skittish is the correct word.
Difference between Sketch and Skit
Though both are short, entertaining presentations, a sketch is usually serious and unrehearsed while a skit is typically rehearsed and comical.
Difference between Sister-in-laws and Sisters-in-law
Sisters-in-law is the correct phrase.
Difference between Simple and Simplistic
Simple means plain, not complex, or uncomplicated. Joe’s explanation is quite simple and easy to comprehend. Simplistic means unrealistically simple and usually used in a derogatory sense. Bob’s explanation is quite simplistic and omits many key points.
Difference between Silicon and Silicone
Silicon is the nonmetallic chemical element used in microchips. The technician put the silicon wafer into the slot. Silicone is plastic and other materials that contain silicon. Silicone is widely used as a protective coating for shoes.
Difference between Shudder to think and Shutter to think
Shudder to think is the correct expression.
Difference between Shudder and Shutter
Shudder means to vibrate, shake, or shiver from fear, revulsion, or cold. The severe air turbulence caused the airplane to shudder. I shudder to imagine where we will be if the measure fails. Shutter is a screen or cover, or a movable cover for a window. A camera’s shutter is similar to a person’s eyelid. […]
Difference between Should have and Should of
Should have is the correct phrase. They should have come downstairs earlier.
Difference between Sherbet, Sherbert and Sorbet
Use sherbet (with one r) not sherbert when referring to the milk-based confection. Sorbet is a fancy fruit-based iced dessert.
Difference between Shear and Sheer
Shear means to cut or clip. He knows how to shear a sheep correctly. Sheer means fine, transparent, or complete. The sheer drapes failed to block any of the light. It was just sheer luck they won the game.
Difference between Shall and Will
Today in everyday American business writing and speaking, the wills out number the shalls. Few people distinguish between them anymore. But if you are a traditionalist, here are the rules for handling shall and will: Shall is used for the first-person future tense. We shall enjoy working for the new town supervisor. Will is used for the […]