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  1. Correct abbreviation of "engineer" - English Language & Usage …

    Jun 3, 2012 · What is the correct abbreviation of engineer? In my organization, some of my colleagues use Eng. and some use Engr.

  2. Use of "-wise" in phrases or words - English Language & Usage …

    Apr 13, 2017 · What is -wise in phrases or words that end with it? How do we use it correctly? Floor is obscenely expensive computational-wise. I found a similar thread here but I don't …

  3. Did I "get" (or "take") my degree "from" (or "in") the University of ...

    I would like to know what is the preferred way to indicate that I took a degree in some subject while also naming the place where I obtained the degree from: I got my master's degree from …

  4. Is it CoViD? Or COVID? Covid? How should the word be spelled?

    Mar 24, 2020 · I have seen it spelled COVID-19, but I have also seen Covid-19. In addition, I believe I have seen CoViD-19, capitalising only the first letter of each word from which it was …

  5. Is 'Updation' a correct word? - English Language & Usage Stack …

    May 18, 2012 · I was wondering whether 'updation' is correct English or not. Sample sentence: I was involved in the updation of the website.

  6. Is there a term for someone who "can see multiple perspectives"?

    Sep 6, 2013 · A colleague of mine is trying to describe herself as "capable of seeing a situation from multiple perspectives" or "able to look at the big picture from various viewpoints". I feel …

  7. What is the difference between "as per" and "according to"?

    See the following two sentences. As per my knowledge it is right. According to my knowledge it is right. Are both the sentences right? What is the difference and use of "as per" and "according ...

  8. Origin of "the beatings will continue until morale improves"

    Jul 1, 2024 · What is the origin of the phrase the beatings will continue until morale improves? There is a Metafilter and a Quora out on it, but they are inconclusive, and the phrase does not …

  9. vs. “Bachelor in” - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Jul 19, 2012 · I don't know what language or culture you're trying to translate from. It's certainly possible that degrees are named differently. But in the United States, there is a pretty rigid …

  10. to be + past participle - English Language & Usage Stack Exchange

    Feb 7, 2015 · I wanted to ask a lot of questions concerning this phrase: I always consult with my children who are affected by the decisions to be made. What role does the particle "to" …