What Are Past Modal Verbs?
“Shoulda, coulda, woulda” is a common slang term in the English language (and one that I use far too often)…
Writing Tips
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4 Tips for Finding Success With Freelance Writing Jobs
When I first stumbled upon freelance writing jobs, I had no idea what to expect. What began as a casual…
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A Positive Approach: Why Negative Content Should Be Avoided
If you want to gauge someone’s true personality, then put them in a grocery store’s 15-item express line behind an individual purchasing 17…
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What Is Plain Language Writing?
I have several friends who are so wrapped up in a fandom or academic concept that the words that spew…
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Using Spell-Check Software To Proofread Can Weaken Your Writing
Some people subscribe to the notion that you can never have too much of a good thing. Tell that to…
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What Does Sic Mean?
The word sic is the Shaggy of writing. Not the Shaggy who foiled criminals with Scooby-Doo and the rest of the gang…
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How To Make Writing Fun
Writing isn’t an easy process — even for professional writers who find the task fulfilling. Writer’s block, deadlines and uninteresting topics…
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3 Habits To Stop Procrastinating and Start Writing
The most successful people in any industry have developed habits that enable them to exceed deadlines. They get adequate sleep,…
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What Are Regular Verbs in English?
There are many instances in life where a sense of normalcy or regularity is good. There is a bit of…
