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Day: February 26, 2007

Peak vs. Pique

Here’s another writing pet peeve — when folks confuse peak (or peek), and pique. Here’s an example of proper usage: I live in Denver, Colorado, so I have a lovely view of the mountain peaks when I look to the West, but my interest is piqued when I find a good book about world history. … Continue reading Peak vs. Pique →

Joe Brockmeier Writing Leave a comment 26 February 200713 February 2021 1 Minute

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