Avoid these phrases in writing. Use because instead. Because (not seeing as or seeing that) our car broke down, we missed our starting time.
Difference between Sectarian and Secular
Sectarian refers to sects or to religious groups. His message was a sectarian appeal to help others get funding. Secular means not connected to a religion. Although identified as a secular charity, it will get some donations from the church.
Difference between Seasonable and Seasonal
Seasonable means appropriate for the season or occasion. The sleet is unexpected but seasonable for this time of year. Seasonal refers to a particular season. Her seasonal work includes giving golf lessons in Miami.
Difference between Scull and Skull
Scull is an oar used by a rower. Dan and Ben are propelling their new canoe with heavy sculls. Skull is the bone that protects the brain and face. You can get a slight skull fracture and sometimes not realize it.
Difference between Schilling and Shilling
Schilling is Austrian currency and shilling is British currency.
Difference between Scarcely than and Scarcely when
Scarcely when is the correct expression. We scarcely moved our car when we were stopped by the police.
Difference between Saving and Savings
Saving refers to something preserved. With the new process, we realized a saving of two hours. Use savings when referring to banks, bank accounts, and bonds. We opened a savings account that yields a high interest rate. John won a $100 savings bond in the speech contest. Note: One would never write, “a losses of […]
Difference between Sanguinary and Sanguine
Sanguinary means bloody or murderous. The Battle of Gettysburg was the most sanguinary battle ever fought on this continent. Sanguine means cheerful, optimistic, or confident. She is sanguine about the future and happy to have a new job.
Salon vs Saloon
A salon is a large room usually used for entertaining people, cutting hair, or exhibiting artwork.
Difference between Salacious and Salubrious
Salacious means lecherous, lustful, or obscene. We all receive salacious, virus-bearing e-mail. Salubrious means conducive or favorable to health and well-being. Every winter they enjoy the salubrious weather in Florida.
Difference between Safe-deposit box and Safety deposit box
Safe-deposit box is the correct phrase.
Difference between Sachet and Sashay
Sachet is a small packet of perfumed powder. While drying clothes, Jo dropped a small sachet in the dryer. Sashay means to strut or flounce. After their victory, the girls proudly sashayed around the field.