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PreparationWhat Does “Nevertheless” Mean? Usage and Structure in English Grammar
What is the structure of nevertheless, and how is it used?
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PreparationAdverbs of Place in English: Types and Usage Guide
Let IDP guide you through how to use different types of adverbs of place in English to make your sentences more specific and clear.
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PreparationWhat Is a Verb Form? Types of Verb Forms in English
Join IDP to learn about Verb forms in English, to conjugate verbs more accurately, helping sentences become clearer in this article!
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PreparationWhat Does Think Mean? Which Prepositions Go with Think? Think to V or Ving?
Join IDP to explore how to use the Think structure in each context, to communicate more naturally in this article!
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PreparationStart to V or V-ing? How to Use the Structure Start
Join IDP to explore how to use Start structures in English to help you communicate more naturally in English in this article!
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PreparationHousehold Items Vocabulary in English
Boost your everyday communication confidence with essential household items vocabulary from IDP.
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PreparationEnglish Vocabulary List of Planets in the Solar System
The planets in the solar system in English include: Earth, Venus, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn... Let's find out with IDP!
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PTE Academic vs IELTS Academic: computer-delivered tests
Deciding between PTE and IELTS? Compare the formats and scoring to find the best fit for your needs to achieve your desired PTE score or IELTS band score.
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PreparationWhat is By the Time? How to Use the By the Time Structure in English
Discover how to use the structure "by the time" in English accurately and clearly with this detailed guide from IDP.
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