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Grammar Tips: Who vs. That

If you’re sometimes unsure whether to use “who” or “that” in a sentence, you’re not...

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Types of Tones in Writing

There are as many tones in writing as there are human emotions. The differences between...

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What Is Syntax in Writing?

English can be a complicated language. Sometimes, just by changing the order of words in...

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What’s a Good Objective for a Resume?

Whether you’re brand new to the professional world or dusting off your old resume for...

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Spelling Tips: “Weather or Not” vs “Whether or Not”

Confused about using weather or not or whether or not? You’re not alone. Weather and...

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What Is the Young Lions Fiction Award?

Writing competitions give authors the opportunity to showcase their work, get recognition, and boost their...

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Idiom Tips: What Does “Hold Your Horses” Mean?

There are a lot of idioms in English, so when you’re learning English as a...

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Should You Use Past or Present Tense When Citing Researchers’ Work?

There’s a lot that researchers have to think about when writing papers. Not only do...

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A Guide to Indenting Paragraphs

Indentation refers to the gap between the left-hand margin and the beginning of text on...

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What Is Standard Line Spacing for a Formal Document?

When you’re writing an article, essay, report, or any other formal document, formatting elements like...

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A Guide to Use of Fonts in Formal Writing

When it comes to picking a font for a resume, report, or any other piece...

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Four Great Audiobooks to Listen to on your Commute

Whether you love it or hate it, for most of us, the daily commute is...

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