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Current usage of vocabulary and style is explained clearly and sections included cover: jargon, cliches, spelling and punctuation; ground rules of grammar; superfluous words, overuse or misuse; sexist language, the influence of science and technology, American English and exemplary clarity.
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Current usage of vocabulary & style is explained clearly & sections included cover: jargon, cliches, spelling & punctuation; ground rules of grammar; superfluous words, overuse or misuse; sexist language, the influence of science & technology, American English & exemplary clarity.

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Language - the method of communication used in different areas. Humans and computers have many different languages.
Vocabulary - The collaboration of words used in a language.
Language - The way humans communicate either written and spoken.

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With over 300 UK stores and more than 40000 different products in store each year, The Works is Britain's top discount book store. A well known presence on the high street, The Works was founded in 1981 to bring affordable books to the public. It now offers a large range of exciting products, including arts and crafts products, toys, gifts and seasonal products, all at discounted prices, making it a superb place to find items for hobbies and gifts for all ages. The book selection includes children's books, fiction and non-fiction books on a wide range of subjects from food and drink and craft and DIY to entertainment, autobiographies and history. Art and crafts products range from children's craft sets to sewing materials and professional artists' brushes. As well as big brands, The Works also sells their own high quality branded products.
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