"Maximum" vs. "maximal" - English Language & Usage Stack …
What is the difference in usage between maximum and maximal? When would you use one or the other? Maximum can be a noun or an adjective: This is the maximum it can be set to. This is …
What are the rules for splitting words at the end of a line?
Finally, if the above rules leave more than one acceptable break between syllables, use the Maximal Onset Principle: If there is a string of consonants between syllables, break this string …
What is the difference between optimal and optimum?
Dec 6, 2011 · In parallel, the same applies to maximal and minimal values. In other words, a maximal value is essentially a local maximum; a minimal value is essentially a local minimum.
What exactly does "up to 3 months before" mean?
Jul 22, 2014 · When it says: You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before your date of travel to the UK. Source: gov.uk Does it mean the latest I can apply for a visa is 3 months before the …
How is the word "qua" used? - English Language & Usage Stack …
Jan 16, 2011 · Qua can usually be read as the word "as". It is an occasionally useful (and rarely used) link-word in English. I was just reading about qua in Fowler's (incl. the 3rd ed by …