Commonly Confused Words

Marcie likes all her classes this year, ​_____ for algebra.

Everyone on the tour ​_____Michelle had been to the museum at least once.

Chris could barely hear the radio announcer's ​_____voice.

I saw Alice explaining the ​_____ on TV.

Tim is unsure ​_____ we'll want the entire school band to perform at our party.

As a matter of ​_____, Cinna tries to finish his homework before watching TV.

Marcie can't decide ​_____ she prefers carrot cake or pumpkin bread.

Mufasa ordered a salad for dinner, ​_____ changed his mind, and asked for pizza.

Mary's favorite sweatshirt has gotten ​_____old, but she refuses to throw it out.

One pleasant side ​_____ of Hector's medication was that he became unbeatable at chess.

Mike didn't think the comedy show would ​_____him so much, but after two jokes his stomach hurt from laughter.

Mr. Filch was annoyed by the ​_____ that his neighbor's party had on his ability to get to sleep.

Until Greg learns to be humble, he will always be more of a sore loser ​_____ his opponents.

In baseball training, Matt was much better at pitching ​_____I was.

Jessica didn't want to ​_____the new dress code, but she had no choice if she planned to keep her job.

Ron sat in the ​_____ car of the train because he needed to concentrate on his work.

Even if Andrew's hands are fairly clean, he washes them before dinner as a matter of ​_____.

When I heard the ​_____alert, I immediately called Oliver Wood.

Allen had never been sent to the ​_____ before, so he was very nervous.

The librarian was happy to ​_____ Ethan's job application.

As long as Jack continues to practice his freestyle, he will have more trophies ​_____ any other swimmer on his team.

After Brian realized that sleeping late would ​_____his chances of making his flight, he bought a new alarm clock.

Steve threw the ​_____ a surprise party when she retired.

If Gale Hawthorne can find a new drummer, ​______he will go on tour with his band.

Sara dropped the glass of ice water because it was ​_____ cold.