Jul 16
For example (e.g.) and that is (i.e.).
Posted on Thursday, July 16, 2009 in Incorrect word usage
i.e. = that is, (in other words). The text following should add further clarification.
The two characters in Road Runner cartoons, i.e., Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner.
The two characters = Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner
e.g. = for example. The text following should be an example.
John enjoys watching Hanna-Barbera cartoons, e.g., Jetsons and Flintstones.
Jetsons and Flintstones are just two examples of Hanna-Barbera cartoons
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