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Frequently misused words: unique

Posted on October 24, 2011 by

unique: being the only one —Merriam-Webster Imagine this situation: A lady selling her wares on a TV shopping channel tells you that she has a deal you can’t resist. It’s for a unique, one-of-a-kind porcelain Lady Diana doll. There are … Continue reading →

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