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Topic: Common Errors

obtusely

IPA: /əbˈtusli/

KK: /əbˈtusli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is not sharp or quick to understand; lacking in quickness of perception or intellect.

Example: He obtusely failed to grasp the main point of the discussion.

obvious

IPA: /ˈɒbvɪəs/

KK: /ˈɑbvɪəs/

adjective

Definition: Something that is easy to see or understand; clear and apparent without any doubt.

Example: It was obvious that she was upset after hearing the news.

obviously

IPA: /ˈɒbvɪəsli/

KK: /ˈɑbvɪəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is easy to see or understand; clearly.

Example: She obviously loves to play the piano, as she practices every day.

occur

IPA: /əˈkɜːr/

KK: /əˈkɜr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To happen or take place; to be found or appear in a certain place or situation.

Example: The meeting will occur next week.

occurrence

IPA: /əˈkʌrəns/

KK: /əˈkɜr.əns/

noun

Definition: An event or situation that happens or takes place.

Example: The occurrence of the solar eclipse attracted many spectators.

odd

IPA: /ɒd/

KK: /ɑd/

adjective

Definition: Strange or unusual; not normal or expected. It can also refer to a number that is not even, or something that is left over or extra.

Example: She wore an odd hat that caught everyone's attention.

noun

Definition: A strange or unusual thing or person.

Example: He always wore odd socks, one red and one blue.

oddest

IPA: /ˈɒdɪst/

KK: /ɑdɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most unusual or strange; different from what is normal or expected.

Example: She wore the oddest hat at the party, and everyone noticed it.

oddly

IPA: /ˈɒdli/

KK: /ˈɑdli/

adverb

Definition: In a strange or unusual way.

Example: She looked at me oddly when I told her my idea.

oddment

IPA: /ˈɒd.mənt/

KK: /ˈɑd.mənt/

noun

Definition: A small, leftover piece or item that is different from the main things, often considered unusual or extra.

Example: She found an oddment of fabric in the drawer that she could use for her sewing project.

oe

IPA: /oʊ/

KK: /oʊ/

noun

Definition: A small island, often found in a body of water.

Example: The boat took us to a beautiful oe where we could relax and enjoy the sun.

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