as in principles
general or basic truths on which other truths or theories can be based
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The reasons for this have nothing to do with grammar.
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Rutvik Desai, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2025
This interview has been lightly edited for grammar and clarity.
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Questionnaires have been edited for spelling, grammar, length and, in some instances, to remove hate speech and offensive language.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Orange County Register, 27 Jan. 2025
Since scammers may be non-native English speakers, poor grammar or unusual vernacular can also be a tip off of someone taking on a fake identity.
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Rutvik Desai, The Conversation, 26 Feb. 2025
This interview has been lightly edited for grammar and clarity.
—Jia H. Jung, The Mercury News, 25 Feb. 2025
Questionnaires have been edited for spelling, grammar, length and, in some instances, to remove hate speech and offensive language.
—Kaitlyn Schallhorn, Orange County Register, 27 Jan. 2025
Since scammers may be non-native English speakers, poor grammar or unusual vernacular can also be a tip off of someone taking on a fake identity.
—Rachel Hale, USA TODAY, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for grammar
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“Grammar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grammar. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.
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