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Difference between Always and Forever

The English language words Always and Forever have similar but different meanings, as I shall explain, using British English examples. Always means at all times, that is, it implies something is happening or is true no matter the time period you are talking about. Forever…

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Difference between Effect and Affect

The English language words Effect and Affect sound similar but have different meanings, as I shall explain, using British English examples. Effect as a noun means the change caused by something else. "Cause and effect" is a common phrase describing the fact that actions produce…

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Highlighter - Make-Up - How to Apply

The highlighter is the last step in your make-up routine. Start by washing your face, using a toner and a lightweight moisturizer. After this, apply your normal foundation, and concealer if necessary. Apply the highlighter using your finger, a brush or sponge depending on the…

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Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star, Series 3

Series 3 of Glow Up: Britain's Next Make-Up Star was broadcast in April 2021, hosted by Maya Jama, and judged by professional make-up artists (MUA) Valerie Garland (L’Oréal Paris Global Makeup Director and British Vogue Contributing Beauty Editor) and Dominic Skinner (Global Senior Artist at Mac Cosmetics). The head-to-head "Face Off Elimination"…

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Between vs Among - What's the difference

The two English language prepositions Between and Among are used in similar ways, but there are differences which I will explain. Both mean "surrounded by, in the midst of, in the group of" and similar phrases. Between is used to describe the relationship of one…

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