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Ultimate Style. The Rules of Writing. Real Writers Need Rules.
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Accept vs. Except
accept: to receive (v.)
• At the assembly, Ike accepted the award for best gym attendance.
except: aside from (prep.)
• No one except Ike enjoys dodgeball.

 
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