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What Are Articles? A Simple Grammar Guide
English grammar can be tricky for many learners. Let’s say you have this sentence: “I need to buy ___ envelope for my wife’s birthday card.” What word do you think should go in the blank? If you chose an, you’re right! But why is an the correct word? Why can’t...
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Grammar Myths: Split Infinitives and More!
As proofreaders, we’re obviously keen on good spelling and grammar. However, since we like to get invited to parties sometimes, we try to avoid being too pedantic when possible. Not all pedants are quite so chilled out, though, so you might want to keep an ear out for these grammar...
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Writing Tips: What Is a Noun?
...We hope this has clarified the basics of nouns in English for you! For more grammar tips, check out our Common ESL Writing Errors guide. If you would like a little help to check any aspect of your writing, though, why not try our expert proofreading services for free today?...
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5 Grammar Rules That Can be Broken in English
...such as where, when, or how something is happening. Some examples are above, before, on, toward, with, from, among, and in. Following this rule, the below sentence would be incorrect: Who are you going with? Grammar snobs might say it should be: With whom are you going? The truth is,...
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How to Develop Your English Writing Skills
...how different tones, styles, and vocabularies are used. You can then apply these insights to your own writing. 3. Exercise Your Grammar Grammar can be tricky enough in your first language, let alone a second one! That’s why it’s important to practice your English grammar skills as often as possible....
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5 Proofreading Tips | Checklist and Examples
Proofreading is the final polish of a document, completed before submission or publication. It involves checking the work for grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors as well as word choice and consistency. It’s important to proofread your work because every writer makes small errors that can lower the credibility of your...
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Grammarly vs. Ginger Grammar Checkers – Which Is Better?
...cons. But the proof is in the pudding. With Grammarly having around 20 million users and Ginger having approximately 10 million users, it’s clear Grammarly is the more user-friendly, reputable proofreading software. While Grammarly is the overall winner, Ginger has a very important edge over Grammarly because it can be...
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What Does Proofreading Mean? Definition and Checklist
...While proofreading can be as simple as reading over an email before hitting send. it can be more involved, depending on the type of document in question. Proofreading involves reading your work carefully, line by line, and looking for errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, and formatting. Tips for Effective Proofreading...
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Four Free Essay Checker Tools
...essay checkers are powerful allies for anyone looking to improve their writing. No matter what your academic level, by harnessing the capabilities of these tools, you can transform your writing from good to exceptional! Interested in learning more about writing? Check out our Writing Tips and Academic Writing Tips blogs....
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Grammatical Differences: American vs. British English
...American and British English grammar are becoming increasingly blurred. However, you may need to be aware of the differences between American and British grammar when: Writing for a specifically British audience Working for a UK-based company or organization Studying at a UK-based university or school As such, if any of...
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Grammar Myths: Ending a Sentence with a Preposition
“Why do people always misquote me?” – Winston Churchill Ending a sentence with a preposition has long been forbidden by grammar pedants. And when accused of doing this, Winston Churchill is supposed to have responded: This is the sort of nonsense up with which I will not put! Do you...
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Line Editing vs. Copy Editing
...text and aims to ensure correctness, accuracy, and consistency in grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style. Key aspects of copy editing include: 1. Grammar and Spelling Copy editors meticulously review text for grammatical, spelling, and typographical issues. They ensure that your writing adheres to the rules of the language. 2. Punctuation...
