B2
expiration vs expiry
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| expirationnoun/ˌek.spəˈreɪ.ʃən/ | Meaning the end of the time during which something, such as a card, contract or offer, is valid | Goes with expiration date | Example Check the expiration date on your passport before you book a flight. |
| expirynoun/ɪkˈspaɪ.ri/ | Meaning The time when something stops being valid or usable. | Goes with — | Example Please check the expiry date on the milk before you drink it. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
The of the contract gives both sides a chance to renegotiate.