Grammar and Punctuation
Rules, exceptions, and the nuances that catch even careful writers out.
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[Infographic] Converting a Singular Noun to a Plural Noun
A plural noun is more than one person, place or thing.
[Infographic] 10 Idioms About the Human Body
There are many different idioms about the human body. Our free infographic shows ten of the best in the form of that old favorite game of Operation.
What Punctuation Mark Should I Use? A Free Printable Punctuation Cheat Sheet
There may be many occasions when you are composing a written document that you have to stop and ask yourself: "what punctuation mark should I use?"…
A List of Common Prepositions
In this article, we take a look at prepositions and provide a list of some of the more common prepositions in use in the English language.
Using English Syntax to Enhance Your Writing
The effective use of English syntax in your writing can change everything.
When to Use Dot Dot Dot (The Ellipsis)
Knowing when to use dot, dot, dot, or the ellipsis as it is formally named, is something that does not come naturally to many writers, and it is one…
What is Grammar and Why is It Important?
Have you ever actually stopped to consider the question, "What is grammar?" If you take the time to think carefully about it, you may actually…
101 Examples of Onomatopoeia in Sentences
Onomatopoeia is a word or group of words that, when spoken aloud, imitates the sound it produces.
12 Capitalization Rules Most People Don’t Know
Capitalization rules can be extremely difficult to master, and there are a number of common capitalization errors that our proofreaders and editors…
Idioms in Music: Lady Gaga Lyrics Explained
If you’re teaching or learning English, one way to keep things interesting is to look at the use of idioms in music.
Introductory Phrases. What Are They and Why Should You Care?
Last week we promised to share some of our proofreader’s tricks of the trade and because we’re great at keeping promises, here they are.
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