Martha Ryan ⁽⁶⁷⁾

The English language phrases Calm Down and Go Easy have related meanings, but they are different, as I shall explain, using British English examples. Calm Down (verb) is an instruction to the listener to reduce their level of emotion. It is often used towards children,…

Bazin fabric is a heavy, hand-dyed polished cotton woven as a damask (meaning a different yarn is used in the warp and weft directions) and also a brocade (meaning a pattern is woven into the fabric). Together these give Bazin a distinctive sheen. Bazin originated,…

The English language verbs Stir, Mingle, Intermingle, Mix and Blend have related meanings, but they are all different, as I shall explain, using British English examples. Stir (verb) means the action of using a tool to rotate liquid in a container. "Place the ingredients in…

The English Language phrase Damned By Faint Praise is an idiom still in use 300 years after it was first used, as I shall explain, with examples of its British English usage. Damned by faint praise means to be given such little praise that it…

Understanding the Difference Between "Queue" and "Row" in British English The English nouns "queue" and "row" may seem similar at first glance, but they have distinct meanings and uses. This article will clarify these differences, providing examples to help you understand how to use each term correctly in British…