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Topic: Common Errors

ditto

IPA: /ˈdɪtoʊ/

KK: /ˈdɪtoʊ/

adjective

Definition: Having the same characteristics or qualities as something else.

Example: The two paintings are ditto, showing the same style and colors.

adverb

Definition: This word is used to indicate that something is the same as what has just been said or done.

Example: I agree with your opinion, and ditto for the next point you made.

noun

Definition: A word or symbol used to indicate that something is the same as what was mentioned before.

Example: When writing a list, you can use a ditto mark to avoid repeating the same word.

transitive verb

Definition: To make a copy of something, like a document.

Example: Please ditto this report for the meeting.

divided

IPA: /dɪˈvaɪdɪd/

KK: /dɪˈvaɪdɪd/

adjective

Definition: In a state where things are separated or not in agreement, often referring to groups or opinions that are not united.

Example: The community was divided over the new policy.

do

IPA: /duː/

KK: /du/

intransitive verb

Definition: To perform an action or task; to carry out something.

Example: I need to do my homework before dinner.

noun

Definition: A gathering or event, often for entertainment or celebration.

Example: We had a big do for her birthday last weekend.

transitive verb

Definition: To perform an action or task, often used to indicate completing something or carrying out a specific activity.

Example: She needs to do her homework before going out.

doltishly

IPA: /ˈdoʊltɪʃli/

KK: /ˈdoʊltɪʃli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of intelligence or understanding; foolishly.

Example: He doltishly agreed to the plan without thinking it through.

dorty

IPA: /ˈdɜːrti/

KK: /ˈdɜrti/

adjective

Definition: Not clean; covered with dirt or stains.

Example: The floor was so dorty that I decided to clean it immediately.

doubly

IPA: /ˈdʌbli/

KK: /ˈdʌbli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is two times as much or to a double degree.

Example: She was doubly excited about her birthday party this year.

down

IPA: /daʊn/

KK: /daʊn/

adjective

Definition: In a state of being finished or completed; also refers to something that is not in play or has been retired in sports contexts.

Example: After working hard all week, I finally got my project down.

adverb

Definition: In a direction towards a lower place or position, or away from a higher place.

Example: She walked down the stairs carefully.

noun

Definition: A soft and fluffy material, often found under the feathers of birds, used for insulation or padding.

Example: The jacket is filled with down to keep you warm in winter.

preposition

Definition: In a direction from a higher place to a lower place, or toward the ground.

Example: She walked down the stairs carefully.

downwardly

IPA: /ˈdaʊn.wɚd.li/

KK: /ˈdaʊnˌwɜrdli/

adverb

Definition: In a direction that goes down or towards a lower place.

Example: The bird flew downwardly from the tree branch.

draggingly

IPA: /ˈdræɡɪŋli/

KK: /ˈdræɡɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is slow and heavy, as if being pulled along with effort.

Example: The meeting went on draggingly, making everyone feel tired and restless.

drop

IPA: /drɒp/

KK: /drɑp/

intransitive verb

Definition: To fall or let something fall from a higher position to a lower one.

Example: The ball will drop into the basket if you aim correctly.

noun

Definition: A small amount of liquid that falls or is released from a surface, often in a round shape.

Example: She added a drop of lemon juice to the water.

transitive verb

Definition: To let something fall or to cause it to fall from a higher position to a lower one.

Example: She decided to drop the ball from the top of the stairs.

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