Is it correct to use "helps" as the plural form of the noun "help"?
Oct 19, 2016 · Helps in the plural is normally used for physical things like books, study guides, etc. (not that its correct usage, but I've heard it used that way, "study helps" as referring to study guides not …
What is the correct way to use infinitive after the verb "help": with ...
Jul 4, 2011 · What is the correct way to use infinitive after the verb "help": with or without "to"? For example: Please, help me to understand this. or: Please, help me understand this.
"Help somebody with" vs "Help somebody in" - English Language
Jun 15, 2020 · I agree with the analysis. That said, I think the "help in verb-ing" construct reflects a weak writing style. In your two examples, "I will help you write your program," or "This will help you cure …
grammaticality - Is "Thanks a ton" a commonly used phrase? - English ...
Nov 12, 2012 · The commonly used expression, in AmE, is thanks a million. I think thanks a ton has derived from the same expression and eventually found its way to the mainstream. I can't find …
What is a word for something that hurts and helps all at once?
Jun 3, 2017 · I think the closest thing to what you're looking for is the phrase " double-edged sword." Something that has or can have both favorable and unfavorable consequences. But there are words …
"Help in doing something" or "Help doing something"
Is the preposition in necessary or abundant? To be specific, which of these two sentences sounds better/is correct? This helps in achieving better fuel economy. or This helps achieving better...
Difference between "at" and "in" when specifying location
Oct 18, 2012 · I am used to saying "I am in India.". But somewhere I saw it said "I am at Puri (Oriisa)". I would like to know the differences between "in" and "at" in the above two sentences.
Word to call a person that works in a store
Oct 7, 2013 · I seem to always have a trouble with this one; what do you call a person that works in a store? A clerk? A sales person? Neither of these sound right. Saying "person that works in the store" …
What could be a single word or phrase for the one who helps people …
Aug 27, 2014 · Mentor: An experienced person who advises and helps a less experienced person. e.g.: Auden later became a friend an mentor. Professor: A teacher in a college or university. In Britain, a …
Where did "God helps those who help themselves" originate?
I've always heard it said that "God helps those who help themselves." From a Biblical perspective this doesn't make much sense to me (since I've also heard that we should rely on God for everythin...