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 …
Proportion vs. portion - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Nov 2, 2018 · I already looked them up in dictionaries, but I can't understand the meanings completely. They said: Proportion is a derived term of portion. As nouns the difference between proportion and …
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.
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 …
With all respect - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
May 24, 2025 · Does the expression "With all respect" or "with all due respect" convey respect or quite the opposite, a more condescending emotion?
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 …
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.
"Had Come" or "Came" - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange
Nov 28, 2018 · They're both correct. If you're viewing the collecting as something that happened before the present, then it should be had come. If you're viewing it as something that happened after she …
Word for someone who pays attention to details
Mar 30, 2013 · I know I've seen a word that describes a person who has a high perception of details (for example, seeing specific information in a log file), but I can't recall it now. Insights?