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20th Dec 2016

QUIZ: Can You Recognise All These Commonly Misused Phrases Without Making A Mistake?

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So many phrases from the English language get butchered on a daily basis, but are you guilty of that crime?

This short quiz of 11 questions tests your knowledge of commonly misused sayings. Just pick the one that you think is correct…

How’d you fare? Let us know in the comments.

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