Words, coffee, and urban planning: Eli Burnstein on the Dictionary of Fine Distinctions Grammar Girl Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing

984. This week, we talk about the subtle differences between words such as "stock" and "broth," "street" and "boulevard," "maze" and "labyrinth" and more with Eli Burnstein, author of "The Dictionary of Fine Distinctions." Confusion about colors got him started on this path, but along the way, he gained insights into language, culture, and the subtle differences that shape meanings.