Nov 18, 2011 · I keep hearing people use the word sans in place of without which causes me to cringe. Can sans really be used as a drop-in replacement? Examples: "I prefer cheeseburgers …

5 Is there a common abbreviation for "with or without"? e.g. w/wo or w/w/o Obviously, something this complex is best written in full form, but I'm looking for something to use in space …

May 30, 2013 · 2 I can't answer for what is common usage in the US, but in the UK: I've seen w/o for without I don't recall ever seeing w/ or b/c I certainly wouldn't say that they are in common …

Aug 25, 2016 · To clarify, my question relates to British English. Is it considered grammatically correct to use initials with and without the full stop after each capitalised letter? Example: …

Strictly speaking, "due diligence" should be used to mean the attention and effort necessary to complete the task correctly. For instance, if you drive with your eyes closed, you are driving …

May 20, 2014 · There is a difference between doing something for no reason and doing something for a reason that is not disclosed. Your title says one thing and your sentence the …

What is the correct use of the term "related?" For example, should I use it like computer related, or is it more proper to use computer-related (where the word "computer" is just part of my …

Jul 4, 2011 · What is the correct way to use infinitive after the verb "help": with or without "to"? For example: Please, help me to understand this. or: Please, help me understand this.

Jan 9, 2012 · 3 Normally one would just say without problem, skipping the any altogether. It doesn’t really add anything to speak of, and just makes the phrase longer. But I certainly …

Sep 26, 2011 · To my surprise, there's a missing question about this particularly interesting verb, dare. All I know about it is the fact it can be in two forms, as an auxiliary (without to: "I dare not …