Friday 21 March 2014

Confused and Misused Words - Allay V Alley V Ally


Allay
·        The latest piece of news allayed (= lessened) her fears.


Alley
  • It’s not advisable to walk down dark alleys (=narrow streets) by yourself.
  • I love bowling centres that have wide bowling alleys.

Ally

·        It’s crucial for every country to have allies (= political friends). 

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