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Choose The Right Word
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Choose The Right Word
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) S i Hayakawa
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:552 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 233,Width 189 |
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| Category/Genre | Thesauri
Usage and grammar guides |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780062731319
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| Classifications | Dewey:423.1 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | | General | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
HarperCollins Publishers Inc
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| Imprint |
HarperReference
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| Publication Date |
22 April 1994 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
This guide to American English contains synonyms for more than 6000 commonly-used words and - unlike a thesaurus - provides definitions, explains subtle nuances, and includes numerous examples to ensure the readers use the word correctly. Words that are used almost interchangeably today, such as imply and infer are pointed out specifically as "confused-pair entries" and their differences are explained. Slang terms, idioms and antonyms are found in most of the entries. It helps people express their thoughts clearly, accurately and confidently. Eugene Ehrlich is a co-editor of the "Oxford American Dictionary".
Reviews"To the careful writer and reader, this book can be invaluable." -- Saturday Review
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