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How To Use Formal Titles in AP Style
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I’ve learned, especially when writing about living persons, that formal titles are a big deal. If you fail to properly…
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Commonly Confused Words: Camaraderie vs. Comradery
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There are many ways to express the feelings of closeness we have for each other. I would definitely say there…
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Improve Your Writing by Avoiding “Scare Quotes”
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The other day I saw a sign in a shop window: “Farm Fresh” “Chicken” $2.50/lb. That didn’t inspire much confidence…
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Are Colors Nouns or Adjectives?
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Are colors nouns that name specific objects, or are they adjectives that describe the quality of objects? Colors are versatile,…
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5 Steps To Becoming a Professional Writer
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The importance of skillful writing has most certainly become more apparent nowadays. Well-written blog posts, speeches, advertisements, product copy, TV shows…
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Commonly Confused Words: Onsite vs. On Site (and On-site)
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In language, even small differences in spelling and punctuation can change the meaning of a word. For example, look at…
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The Etymology of Thanksgiving Terms
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Have you ever wondered where certain Thanksgiving terms originated from? Working as a professional writer has made me curious about…
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How To Quote Song Lyrics
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Using song lyrics in writing can add emotion and depth to your work. However, it’s important to quote lyrics correctly.…
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Commonly Confused Words: Prey vs. Pray
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If you’re studying for a test and you silently ask for divine intervention and guidance, are you praying or preying?…