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How to Write an Expository Essay

An expository essay explains something. This means investigating an idea, looking at evidence, coming to...

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Do Spelling, Grammar and Punctuation Matter on Social Media?

The internet has not been kind to spelling, grammar, and punctuation. On social media, for...

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Word Choice: License vs. Licence

In American English, we always spell “license” with an “s.” But you might also have...

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How to Cite a Poem in Chicago Author–Date Referencing

In an earlier post, we looked at how to cite a poem in Chicago footnote...

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Word Choice: Wry vs. Rye

The words wry and rye sound the same, which makes it easy to confuse them...

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Spelling Tips: Gray or Grey?

“Gray” and “grey” are two different spellings of the same word. But should you be...

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How to Cite a Poem in Chicago Footnote Referencing

If you’re studying literature, there’s a good chance you’ll write about poetry in your work....

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Types of Resume: Chronological, Functional and Combination

When writing a resume or CV, you need to pick a format. And the most...

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Spelling Tips: Judgement or Judgment?

At Proofed, we’re often asked whether “judgment” or “judgement” is the correct spelling. The simple...

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Idiom Tips: Tow the Line or Toe the Line?

To “toe the line” means to follow the rules or obey an authority. However, people...

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How to Punctuate and Capitalize Bullet Points

Everyone loves a vertical list. They’re easy to read. They look good. Why wouldn’t you...

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What Is Textspeak? And Can You Use It in Writing?

If you’ve ever stared at a text message and been confused by a string of...

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