Writing Tip 28: Dual vs. Duel
Maybe it’s just us, but we’ve seen this one confused a number of times lately. It leads to some interesting typos – “duel chamber waterbeds”? really? – but here’s your quick reminder. “Dual” refers to something having two parts. A “duel” is a fight between two people – think Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr.
Not to call out those waterbeds. Maybe it was intentional. Waterbed fight club anyone?