Misused words 1

In each pair, click on the sentence that has no misused words.

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Example

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◯ Because Anne Tyler often writes about family loyalties, her illusions to King Lear are not surprising.
◯ Because Anne Tyler often writes about family loyalties, her allusions to King Lear are not surprising.
Misused words 1 – 1

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◯ Designers of handheld devices understand that changes in ambience temperatures can damage the tiny circuit boards.
◯ Designers of handheld devices understand that changes in ambient temperatures can damage the tiny circuit boards.
Misused words 1 – 2

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◯ The Keweenaw Peninsula is bordered on three sides by Lake Superior.
◯ The Keweenaw Peninsula is surrounded on three sides by Lake Superior.
Misused words 1 – 3

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◯ At the cooking school in Tuscany, I learned that rosemary is a perfect compliment to lamb.
◯ At the cooking school in Tuscany, I learned that rosemary is a perfect complement to lamb.
Misused words 1 – 4

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◯ The person who complained to the human resources manager wishes to remain anonymous.
◯ The person who complained to the human resources manager wishes to remain unanimous.
Misused words 1 – 5