a, an A is used before words beginning with a consonant or "yew" sound.
An is used before words beginning with a vowel sound.
a computer a unicorn an apple an otter an honor
a lot A lot, meaning "a large amount," should NEVER be used as one word.
There's a lot of ice.
a while, awhile A while is part of a prepositional phrase and is usually preceded by in or for.
Awhile is a single word used as an adverb.
Take a break for a while. The dog barked awhile.
accept, except Accept is a verb that means "to receive" or "to agree to."
Except is a preposition meaning "but" or a verb meaning "leave out."
adapt, adopt Adapt means "to adjust."
Adopt means "to take something for one's own."
advice, advise Advice is a noun that means "recommendation."
Advise is a verb that means "to give advice or counsel."
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