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Rule "adjective vs. adverb"

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Description:	adjective vs. adverb
Message:	The word "\2" is an adjective and doesn't fit in this context. Did you mean the adverb \2?
Category:	Commonly Confused Words (ID: CONFUSED_WORDS)
Incorrect sentences that this rule can detect:	It possible has something to do with his new car. Correction suggestion: possibly You simple need the white neutral from the source box. Correction suggestion: simply Our 50 character limit is a bit arbitrary — we simple chose to put a limit on our password character allowance. Correction suggestion: simply We probable should tell him that we don't have anymore unless New Albany is enough. Correction suggestion: probably What did I possible miss to cause this? Correction suggestion: possibly Could it possible taste like milk? Correction suggestion: possibly
Correct sentences for comparison:	You don’t balance your game only when something impossible is introduced. Is it possible going there without wearing a jacket? Finally, are we comfortable transacting with the entity that has no assets, but rather is simply backed by a guaranty. You horrible man! The biggest issue is its tendency to succumb to unintentional double-clicking. They keep they financial aid. Why aren't we normal like everyone else?
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ID:	ADJECTIVE_ADVERB [3]
Version:	6.5-SNAPSHOT (2024-04-25 22:33:07 +0200)

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