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Should “As” and “Since” Be Preceded by a Comma?

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Should “As” and “Since” Be Preceded by a Comma?

A comma is a punctuation mark that serves many purposes. When you’re using commas to...

50 Examples of Gerunds

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50 Examples of Gerunds

Gerunds are verb–noun hybrids that can trip up even experienced writers. They look like verbs...

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Should a Comma Go Before or After “So”?

Commas are small but mighty pieces of punctuation. Their placement can significantly impact the meaning...

Should a Comma Go Before or After “But”?

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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 conjunctions...

How To Use the Ruler Tool in Microsoft Word

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How To Use the Ruler Tool in Microsoft Word

The ruler tool in Microsoft Word provides a straightforward way to align different parts of...

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Word Choice: Incidence vs. Incidents

It is easy to confuse “incidence” and “incidents” because they sound similar. Both words relate...

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Understanding the Citation Tools in Microsoft Word

The citation tools in Microsoft Word make it easy to add references to your work....

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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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Five Passive Voice Checker Tools

The passive voice is one of the most challenging aspects of writing to identify and...

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Grammar Tips: How To Use Neither/Either and Nor/Or Correctly

Neither/nor and either/or are word pairs that many writers find confusing. These words function in...

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How To Determine a Piece of Writing’s Tone

The ability to identify tone is an essential skill, both in reading or analyzing text...

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Editor Spotlight: Sheri Johnson

Sheri Johnson has been part of Proofed’s editor network for nearly three years. Based in...

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Vocabulary Tips: Synonyms for “However”

The word “however” is a conjunctive adverb, which means it links two sentences or independent...

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How To Write in Plain English (With Examples)

When people refer to expressing something in plain English, they often call it “layman’s terms.”...

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How to Type an En Dash and Em Dash on Windows and Mac Devices

The en dash (–) and em dash (—) are useful punctuation marks, but you won’t...

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How To Boost SEO With Long-Tail Keywords

Long-tail keywords represent one of the most effective strategies to improve your business blog’s search...

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How To Add Images to Microsoft Word

To communicate effectively, professional documents require visual elements to support key points and maintain reader...

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