Homophones : Some V.S. Sum

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Homophones Series

Are you familiar with the distinctions between the following pairs?

Use the interactive cards to see how their meanings differ.

Example
[PRONOUN] She bought some groceries from the store, including vegetables, fruits, and snacks, but she didn’t specify exactly what she needed.
[ADV] After weeks of training, she felt some more confident in her abilities to tackle the upcoming challenges.

BONUS
She picked up some (determiner) apples from the market, not needing a specific amount, just enough for a small snack later.

Example
[N] The total sum of the bill came to $75, including the cost of the meal and the tip for the excellent service.
[V] I need to sum the expenses for this month to see if we stayed within our budget.

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