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British vs American English

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Everyday words that change across the Atlantic, like flat and apartment or lift and elevator. Each hint gives the American word.

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British vs American English: words and hints
Add	Word	Hint
	flat	US: apartment
	lift	US: elevator
	lorry	US: truck
	biscuit	US: cookie
	queue	US: line
	holiday	US: vacation
	rubbish	US: garbage
	pavement	US: sidewalk
	petrol	US: gas
	trousers	US: pants
	postcode	US: zip code
	torch	US: flashlight
	autumn	US: fall
	nappy	US: diaper
	car park	US: parking lot
	chemist	US: drugstore
	motorway	US: highway
	timetable	US: schedule

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