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Word Choice: Mince vs. Mints

Happy Christmas! Our present to you? Some homophones! What do you mean you wanted a...

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5 Christmas Dinner Arguments for Pedants

Happy Christmas, everyone! We hope you have big plans for Christmas dinner tomorrow. And if...

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How to Cite a Social Media Post in Oxford Referencing

We wouldn’t recommend using Facebook or Twitter as your main source when writing an essay....

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7 English Words that Come from Hebrew

To mark the start of Hanukkah, we’re taking a look at how Hebrew has influenced...

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Word Choice: Can, May, or Could?

The terms “can,” “may,” and “could” are often used interchangeably. But is this correct? Well,...

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How to Cite a Chapter from an Edited Book in Vancouver Referencing

We’ve already explained how to cite a book using Vancouver referencing. But what should you...

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What Are Pseudonyms and Why Do Writers Use Them?

A pseudonym – or a pen name – is a false name used by an...

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Writing Tips: Synonyms for Good and Bad

The words “good” and “bad” express how we feel about something. However, they’re also overused,...

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Word Choice: Sea vs. See

Are you all at sea over word choice? That’s understandable, as English has plenty of...

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How to Cite a Newspaper in Oxford Referencing

Amid the celebrity gossip and angry opinion pieces, newspapers sometimes report on important things. Things...

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Monkeying Around: 5 Phrases for World Monkey Day

Having a monkey on your back sounds scary, but luckily idioms aren’t literal! And since...

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OK vs. Okay (What They Mean and When to Use Them)

It’s time to think about “OK.” No, not the USPS code for Oklahoma. We mean...

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