Using Verbals and Verbal Phrases for Better Writing
Our very first grammar lesson in Mrs. Allinson’s 2nd grade class was about verbs. I can still remember her telling…
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How To Write a Glossary for a Report (With Examples)
Whether you’re writing a report for school or work, it is bound to include words the average reader won’t know…
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Generic Words To Retire
My high school creative writing teacher (a shout out to Ms. Grant!) once told me to stay away from the…
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Avoiding Sexist Language in Writing
Recently, my two-year-old son has learned that there is a difference between boys and girls. A few weeks ago, my…
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Punctuating Quotations: It’s Like, “Whoa!”
Here’s the thing about punctuating quotations: The grammar rules for it are not always logical. If you write in British English, it’s…
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Zombie Nouns: What Are Nominalizations?
What are nominalizations? Well, have you heard of a zombie noun? The phenomenon of turning a verb or clause into…
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3 Proofreading and Editing Tips for Writers
During my entire freelance writing career, I’ve had no choice but to be a self-editor and proofreader. Even with the…
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Why Is the Incorrect Use of Prepositions So Common?
I could probably wax theoretical for months on why the incorrect use of prepositions is so prevalent, but the best…
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How To Become a Health Writer
Maybe you’re a health care provider looking to expand beyond the realm of clinical work. Maybe you’re a fitness expert…
