Confusing and Misused Words - Accept v Except

Accept (verb) - to take

• Does this store accept credit cards for purchases under $30?
• I'm glad Sam was mature enough to accept full responsibility for his mistakes.
• I've just been invited to my cousin's wedding in London, but I haven't decided whether to accept (= to say yes).

Except (preposition, conjunction) - not including

• My favourite restaurant is open every day except Wednesdays. 
• Everyone was at the party except Daniel.
• She couldn't eat anything except porridge when she was sick.
• The government has few options except to cut back on spending.

Homonyms - Bright (As an Adjective)

1. Bright

• I like the fact that my hotel room is bright and airy.
• Due to the bright sunlight, we had to wear sunglasses throughout the day.

2. Colour

• Melissa's bright top made it easy to spot her in the crowd.
• John's face turned bright red when his crush started talking to him at the party.

3. Intelligent

• Eric's always full of bright ideas and suggestions. It's no wonder his family and friends always want his opinion on things.
• These children are obviously very bright. They read a lot and are always asking questions.