Top Reference Sites

Best Reference Websites, Blogs and Online Resources in the US

Reference Topics

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Wikipedia

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia created and edited by volunteers worldwide. Known for its vast amount of information, it covers topics across all domains in multiple languages.

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Internet Archive

The Internet Archive is a non-profit digital library that offers free access to a plethora of digital content including websites, music, movies, and books. It's well-known for the "Wayback Machine" which archives web pages from the past.

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Quora

Quora is a Q&A platform where users can ask questions and get answers from the community. Topics range from academic, technical, and personal, with insights provided by everyday users and experts in various fields.

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Deepl

Deepl stands out for its advanced translation algorithms, providing nuanced translations that understand context and tone.

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Statista

Statista is a leading statistics portal that provides data on various industries, markets, and demographics. Users can access charts, reports, and statistics on a wide range of topics.

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Britannica

Britannica is a renowned online encyclopedia offering detailed articles on a wide range of subjects. Its content is curated by experts, making it a trusted source for information.

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WikiHow

WikiHow is a collaborative writing project that aims to provide detailed step-by-step guides on a wide range of topics. Its how-to guides are created and edited by volunteers from around the world.

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Merriam-Webster

Merriam-Webster is a renowned dictionary and thesaurus, offering definitions, pronunciations, word games, and language resources both online and in print.

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Dictionary

Dictionary.com is an online dictionary and thesaurus platform. It provides definitions, pronunciations, translations, and language resources for learners and professionals.

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Thesaurus

Thesaurus.com is a free online thesaurus providing synonyms and antonyms for millions of English words and phrases. It's a valuable tool for writers, students, and anyone seeking to diversify their vocabulary.

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WordReference.com

A trusted multilingual dictionary, WordReference.com is complemented by forums that discuss language intricacies.

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FAQs.org

FAQs.org hosts a collection of user-contributed FAQs on a wide variety of topics. It serves as an archive of information and solutions for various queries.

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Ask

Ask.com, formerly known as Ask Jeeves, is a search engine that provides answers to user-posed questions in natural language form. Over the years, it has evolved and also offered a general search functionality.

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Answers

Answers.com is a platform where users can ask questions and receive answers from the community. It includes a variety of topics and areas of interest.

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Reference.com

Reference.com is an online encyclopedia, dictionary, and reference source. It provides detailed information on various topics, definitions, and facts.

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Wolfram Alpha

Wolfram Alpha is a computational knowledge engine that answers factual queries, does calculations, and provides data analysis. It's used by students, professionals, and curious minds for a variety of academic and practical tasks.

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Biography

Biography.com is a platform that provides detailed profiles of famous individuals from various fields, such as entertainment, politics, and sports. The site offers an in-depth look at notable people's lives, accomplishments, and influences.

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Encyclopedia.com

Encyclopedia.com provides online access to reference articles, facts, and research materials on a wide range of topics.

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Guinness World Records

Guinness World Records is the global authority on record-breaking feats and achievements. Their website showcases record holders, offers details on how to apply for a record, and shares related news and events.

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Infoplease

Infoplease is an all-in-one reference site offering a variety of informational content. It includes an encyclopedia, almanac, atlas, and biographies among other resources.

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OmniCalculator

OmniCalculator provides users with multiple free online calculators covering various fields, from finance to health, to physics and more.

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The Old Farmer's Almanac

The Old Farmer's Almanac is a reference book that features weather predictions, planting charts, and other data. It offers insights on various topics including gardening, astronomy, and folklore.

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CalculatorSoup

CalculatorSoup provides a wide range of online calculators for various topics including math, finance, and everyday calculations.

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Fixya

Fixya is a community-driven troubleshooting platform where users can ask questions and receive solutions about consumer products from experts and other users.

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Metric Conversions

Metric Conversions offers tools and resources for converting between metric and imperial units. It provides calculators for length, weight, temperature, and more.

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American Rhetoric

American Rhetoric is a comprehensive resource for speeches, interviews, and other public addresses. The site features a vast collection of notable speeches from history and provides audio, video, and textual resources.

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Farmers' Almanac

Farmers' Almanac is a long-standing reference book that offers weather predictions, planting charts, and folklores. It's a go-to source for many seeking lunar calendars, gardening tips, and general advice on natural living.

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Fact Monster

Fact Monster is an educational website for kids, offering facts, quizzes, and homework help. It covers a range of topics, from history and science to pop culture, in an engaging manner for children.

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Online Converter

Online Converter is a free tool that allows users to convert files between various formats. It supports audio, video, image, document, and other types of file conversions.