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A Complete List of 100 Common Adverbs

Adverbs are words that modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. You might be surprised at...

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Grammar Tips: The Vocative Case

You may not be familiar with the term “vocative case,” but you, dear reader, have...

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Word Choice: Discreet vs. Discrete

You know those times when your friend has a massive zit on their face but...

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What Is a Rhetorical Question?

Rhetorical questions can be an effective tool for writers and speakers to connect with their...

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An Introduction to Possessive Pronouns – With Examples

We’re always looking to make life easier, right? This goes just as much for written...

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How to Conduct Content Analysis

If you are a researcher in marketing, advertising, or academics, you know the importance and...

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Word Choice: Affect vs Effect

The words affect and effect are homophones, meaning they sound the same but have different...

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Grammar Tips: What Is an Adverb?

If you’re not sure what an adverb is or how to use one in a...

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How to Change the Spell Check Language in Microsoft Word

Spell check in Microsoft Word is a valuable tool. Many of us have come to...

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How to Write an Interview Script

Writing an interview script, such as for a webinar or journalistic purposes, involves planning the...

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How to Alphabetize a List in Word

Introduction If you’re writing a paper or an essay, you may need to use lists....

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How to Cite a Chapter of an Edited Book in Harvard Referencing

Books are a common source for students when researching and writing papers, but what about...

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