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Should a Comma Go Before or After “But”?

The dos and don’ts of commas can be confusing – especially when it comes to...

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Grammar Tips: Possessive Plural Nouns

This post looks at possessive plural nouns. Let’s do a quick recap on nouns and...

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“By Yours Truly” Meaning

In the realm of language and expression, certain phrases can add a touch of elegance...

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Blond or Blonde | Spelling Tips

When it comes to the English language, even the most seasoned wordsmiths can find themselves...

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Five Passive Voice Checker Tools

The passive voice is perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of writing. Though the...

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Is I a Pronoun?

Understanding the role of words in language is fundamental to effective communication. Pronouns are a...

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Hyphen vs. Dash | Punctuation Tips

Hyphens and dashes often cause confusion due to their similar appearance. However, these two punctuation...

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Are Movies Italicized?

If you’ve ever found yourself hesitating before handing in a paper because you’re wondering whether...

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Loose or Lose? | Spelling Tips

The question of whether to use loose or lose is common because we often confuse...

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Can You Start a Sentence With Because?

Have you ever wondered whether you can start a sentence with because? You may have...

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Spelling Tips: Dreamt vs. Dreamed

Dreamt and dreamed can both be the past tense of the verb dream. Generally, both...

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Aid vs. Aide | Spelling Tips

Aid and aide are both words that we use when we write about help. But...

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