Differences between i.e. and e.g.

Among all word pairs with confusing meanings and uses, i.e. and e.g. occupy a peculiar position. They are identical especially because they are two-letter abbreviations. They are, however, not to be used interchangeably because their meanings are different. To start with, i.e. is the abbreviation of the Latin phrase ‘id est’, which means ‘that is’ Read More

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