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What Are Weasel Words?
You’ve probably heard the phrase “to weasel out of” something. It means to avoid responsibility...
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Fiction Writing: A Guide to the Iceberg Theory
Picture an iceberg. The top that you can see above the water is the story...
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Biting My Time or Biding My Time? 7 Commonly Misheard Phrases
If you’ve ever mistaken youthanism for euphemism, old-timer’s disease for Alheimer’s disease, or duck tape...
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Word Choice: Mention vs. Say
The verbs “mention” and “say” are similar in meaning because they’re both concerned with expressing...
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How to Get Quality Feedback on Your Writing
Whether you’re a pro with a pen or a newcomer to the writing world, one...
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An A to Z of Antiquated Words
The English language is continually evolving, with hundreds of new words, like selfie and hashtag,...
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How to Use Pronouns Correctly in Your Writing
Pronouns are words that take the place of a noun or a noun phrase to...
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5 Wordle Alternatives for Word Game Lovers
Whether you’re a busy professional taking a break from work, or an author looking to...
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Word Choice: However or Nevertheless?
Getting your writing perfect can be challenging. However, we’re here to help. Nevertheless, there are...
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Decimal Points: Periods or Commas?
English grammar and punctuation can be a constant learning curve, whether you’re a native speaker...
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Common Word Origin Facts: Real or Myth?
The internet is full of interesting stories about the origins and history of different words....
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How to Punctuate However in the Middle of a Sentence
Many writers are unsure about what punctuation to use with the word however. Does it...
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