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Ither vs. Either

Ither

A light, volatile, flammable liquid often used as a solvent or an anesthetic

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Either

/ˈaɪðər/
Used to refer to one or the other of two things

Examples:

You mustn't let that child make that noise either.And yet without a word on either side.I have never seen either Mr. or Mrs. Elton.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • "Either" is a standard word in English often used to indicate a choice between two options.
  • "Ither" is not a recognized standard English word, but may appear as a dialectal variation or misspelling.
  • Remember that "ither" can sometimes be seen in informal speech or variations, but "either" is the correct form in standard English.
  • Focus on the letter E at the beginning of "either" to remind you it is the established form.
  • If you're writing or speaking in formal settings, always use "either."
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