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"If I knew you're coming I wouldn't have come"

What is the origin of the British "guv"? Is it still used colloquially?

Billion and other large numbers

UK emphasis on the second syllable vs US emphasis on the first

What does "make no expressed" means? [closed]

Similar words that change from "-ter" to "tre"

Etymology of "brave", meaning insane

“Make sure to” vs. “Make sure you”

Pronunciation of "i" in the words like "direct", "organization", etc

How to form a gerund from “practise”? [closed]

Is "wot wot" or "what-what" an authentic British expression? If it's supposed to be mocking, what is it mocking?

What's the difference between "rent" and "hire" in British and American English?

Why are you a plonker?

British English - “In two hours time”

avoid the slash?

American Equivalent of "Bog Standard"

How did "muggins" come into use?

Why is "fulfil" spelt as "fulfill" in American English?

Past simple vs past perfect; British- vs American English

Is "kip" Chinese in origin?