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May vs. Might

An Atlanta listener seeks clarification about the difference between may and might. Might “may” be used to express a possibility, or is “might” a better choice? This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “May vs. Might” Hello, you have A Way...

Orient vs. Orientate

Do you cringe when you hear the words orientate and disorientate? A copy editor in Waldoboro, Maine does. She’d rather hear “orient” and “disorient.” The hosts weigh in on that extra syllable. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of...

Forward vs. Forwards

Is it toward or towards? Forward or forwards? Do they differ in American English and British English? A Seattle listener wants to know. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Forward vs. Forwards” Hi, you have A Way with Words. Hi, this...

Website vs. Web Site

A pair of business partners disagree whether to use one word, website, or or two words, Web site. This is part of a complete episode. Transcript of “Website vs. Web Site” Hello, you have A Way with Words. Hello, Martha. This is Bob from Heartland...