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Is “a Series” Singular or Plural?

Series is an example of a collective noun. Even though a series is singular, it...

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How to Write the Methods Section of an APA Paper

If you’re a researcher writing an APA paper, you’ll need to include a Methods section....

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2021 Roundup: Our Top Posts of the Year!

It’s been a bumper year for Proofed Writing Tips, with a whopping 2,517,940 readers. Whether...

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How to Write a Great Press Release

A press release is an official announcement to journalists about newsworthy events or developments at...

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6 Curious Facts You Didn’t Know About Jane Austen

“I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires...

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Word Choice: Below vs. Bellow

​​English can be a difficult language because even the most minor spelling differences can drastically...

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5 Tips for Writing Christmas Cards

​​The Christmas season is all about the joys of giving and connecting with friends and...

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How to Use an Em Dash

Confused about em dashes? This post is here to help. Below, we explain what an...

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How to Write a Christmas Poem

We hope you’re well and truly getting into the festive spirit. The holidays are a...

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5 Steps to Creating Better Research Questions

Research questions are central to scientific inquiry. Well-formulated research questions identify the specific issues your...

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3 Beautiful Poems and Why They’re Great

Beautiful poetry expresses emotion, and perhaps what makes poems most magical, is that they can...

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6 Persuasive Writing Tips and Techniques

Persuasion is used to sell something, whether an idea, product, service, or request. So, a...

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